Al-Murabba Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

In a dramatic maritime operation on December 28, 2025, the Unified Search and Rescue Coordination Center (EKSED) of the Greek Coastguard alerted the Port Authorities of Paleochora, Kala Limeni, Kokkinos Pyrgos, Agia Galini, and Gavdos to assist a vessel in distress. This ship, carrying a significant number of migrants, was located approximately 45 nautical miles south of Gavdos. The container ship 'Al Murabba' swiftly responded to the call for help and arrived at the scene, successfully rescuing 109 individuals from the precarious condition of their boat. Following the operation, the rescued migrants were initially taken outside the port of Paleochora. They were then transferred to two patrol vessels which safely escorted them to shore, landing at a designated hospitality area in Agia Chania. Meanwhile, the Central Port Authority of Chania has initiated a preliminary investigation into the incident, ensuring all protocols are followed in the aftermath of this rescue mission.