Read Authentic Ratings for the Sebeco

On April 2, 2025, the Captain of the passenger ferry 'Sempeko' alerted the Port Authority of Rhodes about a critical malfunction affecting the starboard main engine during its routine journey from Rhodes to Symi. The incident occurred just outside the commercial port of Rhodes. In a commendable maneuver, the vessel managed to navigate at reduced speed to Kolona port, where it successfully disembarked all 53 passengers without incident. Following the event, the ship-owning company took immediate action, accommodating the passengers in a nearby hotel for their comfort. Meanwhile, the Central Port Authority of Rhodes has temporarily grounded the 'Sempeko', prohibiting any further voyages until the necessary repairs are completed and a seaworthiness certificate from the appropriate classification society is obtained.

On the morning of May 12, 2022, the Rhodes Port Authority was alerted by the captain of the 'Sebeco' regarding a malfunction of the vessel's port side main engine while it was en route from Symi to Rhodes, just off the coast of its intended destination. Despite the engine issues, the 'Sebeco' managed to safely dock at the harbor and successfully disembarked 33 passengers. In response to the engine trouble, the Central Port Authority of Rhodes has prohibited the ship from setting sail again until the necessary repairs are completed and a seaworthiness certificate is issued by the classification society responsible for its oversight.