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ELYROS ferry collides with cargo ship in Souda port, no injuries reported

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A ferry named "ELYROS" collided with a cargo ship in the port of Souda, Crete, on the morning of July 21, 2026. No injuries or marine pollution were reported following the incident. The Minister of Shipping, Vasilis Kikilias, announced an administrative investigation into the collision, emphasizing the importance of safety. Administrative penalties are being considered as part of the ongoing investigation led by the Chania Coast Guard. Video footage capturing the moment of the collision has been shared by witnesses.

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On July 21, 2026, a collision occurred between the ferry "Elyros" and the cargo vessel "Iosif K." at the port of Souda in Chania, Crete. Video footage of the incident captures the dramatic moments leading up to the crash. Fortunately, there were no reported injuries or marine pollution as a result of the encounter.

In response to the incident, the Minister of Maritime Affairs and Insular Policy, Vassilis Kikilias, announced the initiation of an administrative investigation (ΕΔΕ) to determine the circumstances surrounding the collision. Kikilias emphasized the lack of tolerance for safety breaches and stated that administrative penalties would be imposed as necessary. The Hellenic Coast Guard is currently managing the investigation, and the Central Port Authority of Chania has started a preliminary inquiry into the matter, which could lead to further legal proceedings.

Additionally, officials confirmed that the Deputy Chief of the Coast Guard, Vice Admiral Eustratios Drakoulis, would travel to Chania to oversee safety-related issues stemming from the accident. Various accounts have suggested that the exact circumstances leading to the collision are still under investigation.

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