The dry bulk carrier Hayriye Ana, en route from Ünye to France, experienced engine failure off Beylikdüzü in the Sea of Marmara and was safely towed to anchorage under coordination by Istanbul Vessel Traffic Services (VTS). The 118-meter vessel lost maneuverability and posed a risk to maritime traffic in the busy waterway.
Istanbul VTS immediately initiated emergency protocols and deployed safety measures in the vicinity. A pilot boarded the vessel while the tugboat KURTARMA-8 took the disabled ship in tow. The tug escorted Hayriye Ana safely to Ambarlı Anchorage, where the vessel was secured without incident.
During the operation, traffic management ensured that other vessels transiting the heavily used Marmara corridor were not disrupted. The safe anchoring of Hayriye Ana eliminated the risk of collision and potential environmental hazard. The vessel now awaits inspection and repair by shipyard or technical teams.
Türkiye's coastal safety and tug fleet have enhanced their rapid-response capacity for disabled vessels in critical transit zones such as the Marmara Sea and the Bosphorus Strait. Istanbul VTS coordinates one of the world's busiest maritime passages between Europe and Asia, managing traffic and emergency interventions around the clock.
No timeline has been announced for Hayriye Ana's resumption of its voyage to France. Damage assessment by owners and insurers is expected to follow.
Key Takeaways:
1. The 118-meter dry bulk carrier Hayriye Ana suffered engine failure off Beylikdüzü in the Sea of Marmara.
2. Istanbul Vessel Traffic Services coordinated the operation with a pilot and tugboat KURTARMA-8.
3. The vessel was safely towed to Ambarlı Anchorage without disrupting maritime traffic.
4. The operation prevented collision risk and environmental hazard.
5. Hayriye Ana was en route from Ünye to France and is expected to resume voyage after repairs.
