The Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) Singapore, operated by the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, successfully coordinated the rescue of 30 individuals from the capsized Indonesia-registered craft, FACIFIC MEMORY II, on 20 May 2025. The incident occurred at 0720hrs Singapore Time, approximately 14.6 nautical miles northeast of Pedra Branca.
Upon receiving the distress call from the Hong Kong-registered containership COSCO DEVELOPMENT, MRCC Singapore swiftly issued navigational broadcasts to nearby vessels and alerted Indonesia’s National Search and Rescue Agency (BASARNAS) and MRCC Malaysia. The Liberia-registered bulk carrier ANDROS SPIRIT was directed to the scene, where it promptly rescued all 30 individuals from the water. Fortunately, no Singaporeans were involved in the incident.
The rescued individuals will be disembarked at Batam, Indonesia, as confirmed by the MRCC Singapore. This operation highlights the effective coordination and rapid response capabilities of the MRCC Singapore in maritime emergencies.
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