Investigation committee established for Girne Port ship disaster

The Republic Assembly has established a new committee to investigate the ship disaster that occurred off the coast of Girne Port on August 30, 2026.

UBP Member of Parliament Sunat Atun has been appointed as the head of the newly formed committee. The Assembly convened in an extraordinary session to approve this decision and to initiate investigations under Atun's leadership.

In a statement following the committee's establishment, Atun emphasized that all aspects of the disaster would be examined and that recommendations would be made to ensure necessary precautions are taken. He stated that a detailed report would be prepared to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.

The committee's work will encompass various factors, including the causes of the incident, loss of life, and damages incurred. It is crucial that the proceedings are conducted transparently and that the public is kept informed.

The Assembly has previously formed similar investigation committees to prevent such accidents. However, the focus of this committee on the incident at Girne Port holds significant importance for the local community.

Sunat Atun aims to effectively manage the process by taking on the role of committee chair. The committee is set to hold its first meeting in the coming days and will commence the investigation.

This development may also spark broader discussions regarding maritime safety and port management. The public is eagerly awaiting the measures to be taken to prevent such events from reoccurring.