GRTwo Turkish-flagged commercial vessels, the Alsu and the Tugberk Imamoglu, collided off Istanbul in the Sea of Marmara on Wednesday morning. The collision occurred near the Silivri district, with the Tugberk Imamoglu losing contact and its 10 crew members remaining missing. The Alsu showed no visible damage, but authorities reported difficulties establishing communication with the Tugberk Imamoglu. Coast guard ships and helicopters were deployed for search and rescue operations. The vessels operated as a chemical tanker and a bulk carrier respectively, according to data from the Istanbul Chamber of Maritime Commerce.
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