A Malta-flagged tanker, the YM JUPITER, remains adrift off the northeastern coast of Psathoura near Alonissos in the Aegean Sea due to a mechanical failure, according to Greece’s Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC). The vessel, carrying approximately 5,000 metric tons of petroleum products and crewed by 17 Turkish nationals, issued a distress signal near Alonissos, prompting activation of the national search and rescue response.
Emergency response under way
The Greek salvage vessel Aegean Pelagos is currently stationed alongside the stricken tanker. The JRCC has urged all vessels transiting the area to maintain heightened vigilance and stand ready to assist if needed.
As of now, there are no reported risks to the crew or indications of marine pollution. Authorities continue to closely monitor the situation.