Efforts are underway to locate three missing Thai crew members after their cargo ship, Mayuree Naree, was attacked near the Strait of Hormuz. Thai public figure Gun Jompalang has suggested the Royal Thai Navy use smaller vessels, such as inflatable boats or jet skis, to assist in the search. The advice comes as the situation remains critical with the uncertainty surrounding the crew's fate.
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The incident took place near a strategically significant and often tense region, heightening the urgency of the search mission. Gun Jompalang, who has been proactive in liaising with authorities, took the family of one of the missing crew members to meet officials and provide updates. His proposal stems from concerns that larger naval ships could become easy targets in the volatile area.
Gun is working closely with the Royal Thai Navy and has expressed his willingness to aid further. Thus far, no other agencies have reached out to him for collaboration. He highlighted the importance of providing any new information to the Navy if the crew remains missing, emphasizing the need for coordinated efforts to secure their return.
To improve the search operation's effectiveness, Gun proposed using small, unarmed vessels, arguing they present less of a target for potential aggressors. He noted that his team includes skilled individuals, such as jet ski world champions, who could assist the Navy if additional manpower is needed.
Looking forward, the focus remains on gathering information that could lead to a successful rescue. The Thai authorities are expected to continue their efforts, considering proposals like those from Gun for refining their strategy. There is hope that further collaboration and shared intelligence will yield positive results in the coming days, reported The Thaiger.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 13 Mar 2026