Cyprus says 19 Cyprus-flagged ships in Persian Gulf remain safe
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ Deputy Ministry of Shipping said 19 ships under the Cypriot flag are currently operating in the Persian Gulf and that both the vessels and their crews remain safe.
Monitoring and contact with operators
In a statement on Tuesday, the ministry said it has been closely monitoring developments in the region “from the very beginning” and remains in contact with the management companies of Cyprus-flagged ships operating in the area. It said there are currently nineteen ships under the Cypriot flag in the Persian Gulf.
Vessel deployment and safety measures
The ministry said most of the vessels are permanently deployed in the region, primarily providing specialised maritime support services. It added that it had issued a circular on February 28 with specific recommendations aimed at safeguarding ships and their crews.
Safety priority
“The safety of ships and human life at sea is a top priority of the Deputy Ministry of Shipping, which monitors developments on a twenty-four-hour basis,” the ministry said.
What measures has the ministry recommended to safeguard ships and their crews?
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