Shipping Ministry begins Cape Greco wreck and pollution removal
Authorities began removing pollutants, debris and two wrecks after boats sank at Cape Greco, where one operator died.
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Deputy Ministry of Shipping has begun the immediate removal of pollutants, debris and the two vessels that sank on Saturday at Cape Greco. A NAVTEX notice has also been issued through the Joint Rescue Coordination Centre (JRCC) to safeguard navigation.
Fatal sinking
In a statement on the sinking of “Perla Bianca” and “Petsas I” on Saturday, August 29, 2026, in the bay between Agioi Anargyroi and Konnos at Cape Greco, the ministry expressed sorrow over the death of Dimis Mavropoulos, owner and operator of “Perla Bianca”.
The ministry conveyed condolences to his family and loved ones.
Removal and navigation measures
The ministry said it is working with other competent authorities of the Republic to ensure the immediate removal of all pollutants, debris and both wrecks from the sea.
The JRCC has issued a relevant NAVTEX notice to mariners concerning navigation safety in the area.
The measures are intended to protect the marine environment from pollution and safeguard human life at sea and navigation safety.
Investigations
The Deputy Ministry of Shipping is conducting a safety investigation into the sinking of “Perla Bianca” in cooperation with police.
The investigation into the sinking of the passenger ferry “Petsas I” will be conducted by the Cyprus Marine Casualty Investigation Board (MCIB), the authority responsible under the law for investigating marine accidents and incidents.
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