KMP Mutiara Persada III Long shipping routes serving the Surabaya experienced black out (die-casting engines in total) near the island of Shell about 4 miles from the port of Merak, Banten. Ships experienced black out around 04.00 pm, Monday (13/7).
According kapala SAR PT. ASDP Merak branch, Ratmiadi, sailing ships transporting goods from Tanjung Perak, Surabaya with purpose Long, Bandar Lampung.
A total of 81 passengers had been evacuated by boat Basarnas KN and KN Trisula to Indah Kiat port of Merak. The passengers will be transported through Bakauheni ferry ports to take to the length of using public transport.
"Currently, KMP Mutiara Persada III was under repair the machine. If not, the plan will ship towed to port Indah Kiat, Peacock," he said.