Qatari LNG carrier struck by unidentified objects in Gulf waters; no injuries reported

DOHA — A Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) carrier was struck by unidentified objects while sailing through Gulf waters Friday evening, Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat) announced Sunday.The company identified the vessel as Al Mayeda and confirmed that no crew members were injured and no environmental damage occurred as a result of the incident.”None of the crew members onboard were injured, and there is no impact on the environment as a result of this incident,” Nakilat said in a statement published on the Qatar Stock Exchange.The company said the vessel remained safe and operational following the incident.Nakilat added that it was assessing the potential impact and maintaining direct contact with relevant maritime security authorities in the region.The company said it was “continuing to closely monitor the situation.”