Capo-Santelia Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

Since February 2, 2016, the crew of the tugboat 'Independence' has found themselves stranded in Ceuta, leading to mounting concerns as the owners seem to have abandoned the vessel. This situation leaves eight dedicated sailors, hailing from Indonesia and Ukraine, grappling with significant financial strain due to unpaid wages accumulating over a period of four months. As local resources ran dry, charities stepped up to provide essential food and water supplies to the crew. In a positive development, once alerted to the sailors' dire circumstances, the local Portuguese authorities facilitated the delivery of additional provisions. Unfortunately, the ship's Italian owner has remained unresponsive to communications regarding the situation. Legal experts have indicated that the vessel may soon be put on auction, which could provide a potential resolution. Meanwhile, the Indonesian Embassy has offered to support the repatriation efforts for the stranded seafarers during this challenging time.