STS Operation Conducted South of Cyprus in Early June

Between 1 and 5 June 2026, the Marshall Islands-flagged vessels TRITONEA (IMO 9243318) and ASTROLIGHT (IMO 9724714) conducted a ship-to-ship (STS) transfer operation south of Cyprus. ASTROLIGHT arrived at the STS location from the Turkish Dardanelles before proceeding to call at Alexandria, Egypt. The operation highlights ongoing maritime activity in the Eastern Mediterranean region. STS transfers are commonly used for cargo exchange or bunkering at sea, allowing vessels to avoid port delays. This recent operation adds to the records of maritime logistics in the area.