Overview
- Norwegian Cruise Line confirmed the ship brought more than 60 people aboard and provided medical evaluations, food, and other basic care.
- Reports indicate the operation unfolded on October 22 in the Ionian Sea roughly 75 miles southwest of Zakynthos.
- The vessel altered course after a Hellenic Coast Guard request for assistance to locate the group and take them on board.
- Following Rescue Coordination Centre instructions, the ship proceeded to Kalamata where the individuals were transferred to Greek authorities.
- A scheduled call at Santorini was canceled to facilitate the transfer, and officials have not publicly identified those rescued.