The US Navy is working to recover an F/A-18 jet and MH-60 helicopter that crashed in the South China Sea, amid concerns China could access sensitive technology. A Navy salvage ship is on-site, with experts warning the wreckage could offer valuable military intelligence.
In a significant development in the salvage operations of MV Wan Hai 503, the vessel's tow was successfully transferred from Indian Coast Guard (ICG) ships to the ocean-going tug Offshore Warrior on 13 June 2025. This shift was essential to progress the operation, as ICG vessels have limite
According to officials involved in the operation, 21 of the 24 crew members onboard MSC ELSA 3 have been rescued so far while the Captain, Chief engineer, and second engineer remained onboard to facilitate planned salvage operations.
In a first for the Indian Navy, Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral R Harikumar awarded 'on the spot' Unit Citation to INS Nireekshak in Kochi for deep sea diving and undertaking salvage operation under the most challenging circumstances.
Port Louis [Mauritius], August 29 (ANI): Indian naval ship, INS Nireekshak, which reached Mauritius few days ago is assisting in oil spill containment and salvage operations.
New Delhi [India], August 16 (ANI): India has dispatched over 30 tonnes of technical equipment and material on board an IAF Aircraft along with a 10-member Technical Response Team to assist Mauritius in its ongoing oil spill containment and salvage operations.