Discover the Krilo: Ratings & Maritime News

On the morning of July 7, 2025, a tempestuous storm ravaged the port of Split, leading to a significant maritime incident involving the ferry 'Petar Hektorović' (IMO: 8702446). The vessel broke free from its moorings around 9 a.m. due to fierce winds, subsequently colliding with two nearby boats. Tragically, the impact was sufficient to sink the large tourist excursion vessel 'Krubna Mora.' Witnesses reported that the storm unleashed heavy rain, hail, and powerful gusts, causing the mooring lines of 'Petar Hektorović' to snap. As it drifted aimlessly through the harbor, the ferry first struck the vessel 'Krilo' before it crashed into 'Krubna Mora' just moments later. The force of the collision was severe, leading at least one person to leap overboard in a desperate bid for safety. Following the allision, only the superstructure of 'Krubna Mora' was visible above water, yet fortunately, initial reports indicated no serious injuries. However, the situation escalated as 'Krubna Mora' was moored alongside the passenger vessel 'Voyage,' which incurred damage to its upper deck, including a torn railing and broken windows in the saloon area. In response to the disaster, the owner of 'Krubna Mora' has been directed by LK Split to initiate plans for the vessel's removal. This includes hiring divers to assess the extent of any underwater damage. Meanwhile, the crew of the 'Petar Hektorović' took swift action by deploying both anchors to stabilize the vessel and mitigate further harm in the harbor. Emergency services swiftly arrived at the scene to assist and assess the situation. A thorough investigation has been launched to determine the full scope of damage inflicted on both 'Krilo' and 'Petar Hektorović,' with the latter suffering notable dents and breaches on the starboard stern, as well as abrasions on its starboard side. An immediate sailing ban has been imposed on 'Petar Hektorović' while inquiries continue. For more details and visuals of the incident, visit the following links: [Croatia Week](https://www.croatiaweek.com/ferry-collision-in-split-leaves-one-tourist-boat-sunk/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwLZ8t9jbGNrAtny3WV4dG4DYWVtAjExAAEe_3g7RMyGURMzwZIax1IjkEjT5IUsP2Je0yWj4L4ejA6kfuf-pnZx38pi6p4_aem_KzUSl_nOa08gGjXmUxrKVQ#google_vignette), [Net.hr](https://net.hr/danas/vijesti/oglasila-se-jadrolinija-nakon-nesrece-pukli-su-konopi-zapovjednik-je-brzo-reagirao-d780635d-5bd5-11f0-be08-9600040c8f8e), [YouTube Analysis](https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=234&v=bPqOSXLuai8&embeds_referring_euri=https%3A%2F%2Fshipwrecklog.com%2F&source_ve_path=MTM5MTE3LDIzODUx), [Morski.hr](https://www.morski.hr/hektorovicu-izrecena-zabrana-plovidbe/)