Date: July 2, 2025
Location: Bali Strait, Indonesia
Incident: Passenger Ferry Sinking
Tragic Ferry Accident in Indonesian Waters
On Wednesday, 2nd July 2025, the passenger ferry KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya tragically sank near the Indonesian island of Bali at approximately 22:56 WIB. When the incident occurred, the vessel was en route from Ketapang Port in Banyuwangi to Gilimanuk Port in Bali.
Passengers and Crew Affected
- Total onboard: 65 people
- 53 passengers
- 12 crew members
- Confirmed fatalities: 4 crew members
- Rescued: 31 individuals
- Still missing: 30 people (as of latest update)
Rescue Efforts and Weather Conditions
Initial search and rescue (SAR) operations were hindered by rough sea conditions, with waves reaching up to 2.5 meters. However, the weather has since improved, allowing for intensified rescue efforts.
The SAR operation includes:
- 54 personnel from the navy, police, and rescue agencies
- Inflatable boats and a large rescue vessel from Surabaya
About the Vessel: KMP Tunu Pratama Jaya
- Type: Ro-Ro / Passenger Ship
- Built: 2010
- Flag: Indonesia
- Gross Tonnage: 734 GT
Government Response
President Prabowo Subianto, currently on an official visit to Saudi Arabia, has ordered an immediate emergency response to locate and assist the missing individuals.
Investigation Underway
Authorities have not yet determined the cause of the sinking. An official investigation is ongoing to uncover the circumstances surrounding the tragedy.
The Maritime-Hub News Network
