On April 6, the 366 meter long, 145327 dwt container ship Umm Salal ran aground in the Malacca Strait off Port Klang, Malaysia. The boxship had departed Port Klang bound for Khor Fakkan when it grounded just off the fairway. No reports of injuries, damage or pollution released.
On January 23, the 26 meter long tugboat MCL Power III with a barge under tow ran aground in the South China Sea near Kandis, Kelantan, Malaysia. The MCL Power III was proceeding to Johor with 5800 tons of limestone in stormy conditions. The storm caused the MCL Power III to become uncontrollable and the vessels were pushed ashore. No reports of injuries.
On August 12, the 16 meter long tugboat GMS Fortuna 6 ran aground at Batu Ferringhi, Malaysia. The tug had its anchor drag during a severe storm where large waves had washed the vessel onto the beach. No reports of injuries or damage. Authorities state no pollution was seen around the tug.