Filo Jet catamaran with 26-year history sank off Kyrenia, investigation ongoing
The Filo Jet catamaran, which sank off Kyrenia carrying 267 people, has a 26-year history marked by multiple name, ownership, and flag changes. Originally built in France in 2000 and named IRIS JET, the vessel had previously operated the Kyrenia route in 2003 and experienced a water ingress incident after colliding with a pier that year. Despite its turbulent past, including periods out of service and disputes, it was inspected and cleared to sail earlier this year before the latest disaster.
Authorities report eight confirmed dead and 18 still missing, with the captain and crew in custody as investigations continue. Survivors have alleged a lack of organized safety measures during the sinking. Officials emphasize that critical data from the ship’s recording systems needs to be recovered from the wreck to clarify the circumstances leading to the catastrophe. The incident has sparked intense scrutiny in northern Cyprus amid calls for transparency regarding the vessel’s condition and inspections.
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