CMA CGM San Antonio struck by missile in the Strait of Hormuz, injuring crew and damaging vessel
[PROPERTY DAMAGE]Date Unspecified · CMA CGM
Failure Mode
PROPERTY DAMAGE
Event Date
Date Unspecified
Primary Entity
CMA CGM
Robotic Platform
Cross-Fleet / Unspecified
Jurisdiction / Location
Federal / Global
Audit Standard
Physical State Verified
Incident Abstract & Audit Findings
On 5 May 2026, the Maltese-flagged CMA CGM San Antonio was struck by a missile or drone while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Eight Filipino crew members were injured and evacuated. The vessel sustained extensive damage and CEO Rodolphe Saadé indicated it may be scrapped. The attack occurred amid heightened maritime security tensions in the region.
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Primary Sources & Evidentiary Filings
- Inspect Filing
https://maritimeoptima.com/maritime-news/cma-cgm-san-antonio-struck-by-missiles-in-strait-of-hormuz-crew-injured-and-evacuated
https://maritimeoptima.com/maritime-news/cma-cgm-san-antonio-struck-by-missiles-in-strait-of-hormuz-crew-injured-and-evacuated
- Inspect Filing
https://www.reuters.com/business/cma-cgm-ship-hit-by-missile-hormuz-strait-may-go-scrapping-ceo-says-2026-07-03/
https://www.reuters.com/business/cma-cgm-ship-hit-by-missile-hormuz-strait-may-go-scrapping-ceo-says-2026-07-03/
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Incident Context & FAQ
What happened in CMA CGM San Antonio struck by missile in the Strait of Hormuz, injuring crew and damaging vessel?
On 5 May 2026, the Maltese-flagged CMA CGM San Antonio was struck by a missile or drone while transiting the Strait of Hormuz. Eight Filipino crew members were injured and evacuated. The vessel sustained extensive damage and CEO Rodolphe Saadé indicated it may be scrapped. The attack occurred amid heightened maritime security tensions in the region.
When did this incident occur?
The incident is recorded as occurring on May 5, 2026 on the DEPLOY registry. The date reflects the underlying real-world event, not the registry record's creation date.
Who was involved in CMA CGM San Antonio struck by missile in the Strait of Hormuz, injuring crew and damaging vessel?
The incident is recorded as involving CMA CGM on the DEPLOY registry. No specific robot model is linked to this incident in the registry.
Has anyone responded to CMA CGM San Antonio struck by missile in the Strait of Hormuz, injuring crew and damaging vessel?
No responses to this incident are recorded on the DEPLOY registry. Operators, manufacturers, or affected parties can submit responses to the editorial team; absence is not a guarantee no response was issued.
What is the current status of CMA CGM San Antonio struck by missile in the Strait of Hormuz, injuring crew and damaging vessel?
This incident is an active record on the DEPLOY registry; no retraction or correction has been issued.