An oil products tanker operated by PT Pertamina Patra Niaga has rescued 17 crew members from a burning vessel in the Java Sea.
The MT Transko Arafura assisted in the evacuation of the KMP Mutiara Sentosa 2, which caught fire approximately 19 nautical miles from the coast.
The rescue operation highlights the critical role of commercial shipping assets in emergency response within busy maritime corridors.
The incident adds to a growing list of maritime safety concerns in the region.
Recent reports indicate that approximately 115 vessels and 2,500 seafarers have been evacuated in various incidents since Tuesday, signaling an acceleration in relief efforts across Southeast Asian waters.
While the immediate cause of the fire on the KMP Mutiara Sentosa 2 remains under investigation, the event underscores the operational risks faced by shipping companies in the area.