Overview

• The ship reported an electrical problem with its engines around 07:25 local time while about eight nautical miles southwest of Ponza during a Genoa–Naples voyage.
• Roughly 8,585 people are on board, including about 6,500 passengers and more than 2,000 crew members.
• The Italian Coast Guard says the situation is stable, with supplies maintained by onboard generators and favorable weather aiding conditions.
• Two patrol boats and a helicopter were deployed to monitor the ship, and media reported two tugboats and technicians were sent to assist.
• MSC says onboard services remain available and no safety risks have been identified, with arrival in Naples expected late tonight according to Rai News and a detailed technical check planned in port.