Dhaka warns maritime stakeholders to avoid sanctioned ships and cargoes

A fire on a 32-year-old LPG carrier off the coast of Bangladesh revealed it was carrying sanctioned Iranian gas, leading the government to warn local companies to avoid working with such vessels. The blaze occurred during a gas transfer between two ships outside Chittagong port, resulting in the rescue of 31 individuals. The Ministry of Shipping issued an advisory to maritime stakeholders to strictly adhere to sanctions regulations, threatening severe penalties for violations.

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