In a successful humanitarian mission at high seas, Pakistan Navy Ships TABUK and MOAWIN executed a critical Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) of a Sri Lankan national from the Indonesian-flagged merchant vessel, MV GREY PALM.
The operation was initiated following an urgent request received from the Sri Lankan Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) regarding a medical emergency on the merchant vessel, which was positioned approximately 800 nautical miles off Gwadar.
Pakistan Navy Ships TABUK and MOAWIN successfully conducted a Medical Evacuation (MEDEVAC) of a Sri Lankan national from the Indonesian-flagged merchant vessel GREY PALM, located approximately 800 nautical miles off Gwadar, following a request from the Sri Lankan (MRCC). (1/2) pic.twitter.com/HF6ZSIxqR2
— DGPR (Navy) (@dgprPaknavy) January 24, 2026
Key Details of the Operation
- Rapid Deployment: Despite the significant distance from the coast, Pakistan Navy units, including the corvette PNS TABUK and the fleet tanker PNS MOAWIN, coordinated to reach the vessel’s location swiftly.
- Medical Intervention: The patient, a Sri Lankan sailor, was safely evacuated from MV GREY PALM and transferred to the medical facility onboard PNS MOAWIN.
- Immediate Care: Specialized naval medical teams provided life-saving treatment and stabilization to the patient immediately upon arrival.
The patient was safely evacuated and provided immediate medical treatment onboard. This operation reaffirms the Pakistan Navy’s long-standing commitment to the safety of life at sea, irrespective of nationality. (2/2) pic.twitter.com/IMRAi4U1WM
— DGPR (Navy) (@dgprPaknavy) January 24, 2026
Commitment to Maritime Safety
This successful MEDEVAC operation is a testament to the Pakistan Navy’s professional excellence and its unwavering commitment to the “Safety of Life at Sea” (SOLAS). As a responsible maritime stakeholder, the Pakistan Navy remains dedicated to providing humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) to all seafarers, transcending national boundaries and upholding international maritime conventions.
The Pakistan Navy continues to maintain a vigilant presence in the region, ensuring safe and secure seas for the global maritime community.
