13 deaths worldwide involving EU ships reported in 2024

Among the 13 fatalities worldwide in accidents involving EU-registered ships in 2024, seven happened in the Atlantic Ocean, five occurred in the Mediterranean Sea, and one was reported in the North Sea.

When looking at the type of ship, nine reported deaths involved fishing vessels, two involved cargo ships, and another two involved passenger ships.

All 13 fatalities in 2024 were crewmembers.