On the morning of Tuesday, November 4, 2025, a port accident was recorded in the port of Jolo, Sulu province, southern Philippines, where the passenger and vehicle vessel MV Maria Rebecca, operated by Montenegro Shipping Lines, collided with Alesson Shipping Lines’ MV Antonia 1, which remained moored at the dock.
The incident occurred around 7:45 a.m., when the MV Maria Rebecca lost maneuverability while attempting to dock due to adverse weather conditions generated by the passage of Typhoon Tino in the region.
Typhoon Tino generated heavy swells in the southern Philippines
According to reports from the Philippine Coast Guard (PCG), the typhoon generated a strong swell, with sustained winds of 130 km/h and gusts of up to 175 km/h, which made navigation difficult. Maritime authorities confirmed that rough seas were the main factor that caused the collision between the two vessels.
Upon impact, the starboard beam of the MV Maria Rebecca struck the port bow of the MV Antonia 1, causing visible structural damage to both vessels. The extent of the damage is still under technical evaluation.
The Coast Guard acted immediately after the incident.
Personnel from Coast Guard Station West Sulu and the Jolo Substation immediately went to the scene to provide support, deploying port security measures and inspecting the port for any damage. inspecting the vessels to rule out spills or environmental hazards.
Captain Noemie Cayabyab, official spokesperson for the PCG, reported that no injuries, fatalities or fuel leaks were reported. She also indicated that the captains of both vessels were urged to file the corresponding maritime protests as part of the official investigation procedure.
Both vessels under inspection
The MV Maria Rebecca, at 748 gross tons and 50 meters in length, managed to berth safely after the incident. For its part, the significantly larger MV Antonia 1, at 3,400 tons and 103 meters in length, remained at anchor at the dock at the time of the collision.
The two vessels underwent structural inspections, in coordination with Coast Guard inspectors and technicians from the respective shipping companies.
PCG maintains active surveillance in the area
So far, the Coast Guard continues to monitor maritime conditions in Jolo and maintains communication with the companies involved to ensure the safety of port operations in the midst of the typhoon’s passage.
This port accident occurs as Typhoon Tino continues to move westward in the archipelago, leaving severe damage in its path in the central region of the Philippines.
