Nineteen Cyprus-flagged ships operating in the Persian Gulf are safe, the Deputy Ministry of Shipping said, as it monitors the situation around the clock amid heightened regional tensions.
The ministry said it has maintained continuous contact with the management companies of vessels operating in the wider area since the situation first developed, and that both the ships and their crews are accounted for.
Most of the vessels are permanently based in the Persian Gulf, providing mainly specialised or auxiliary maritime services.
The deputy ministry issued a circular on 28 February setting out safety recommendations for ships and their crews in light of the increased alert level due to regional developments.
The Deputy Ministry stressed that the safety of human life at sea and the protection of vessels remain its highest priority.
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