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Virgo Transport 8 owner pledges support for ship accident victims
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Virgo Transport 8 owner pledges support for ship accident victims

The owner of the Virgo Transport 8 ferry, which sank in the Java Sea on September 13, 2026, has committed to supporting victims of the disaster. This includes helping survivors return home and providing financial assistance, though the exact amount remains under calculation. The company's spokesperson stated that actions have been taken from the start to address victims' needs, including facilitating their return by sea, although some survivors opted to go home due to trauma related to sea travel. Survivors who have returned home are being registered and asked for their bank details to process financial aid. Meanwhile, families of those still in Banjarmasin are receiving food and accommodation support. The company also denied a circulating letter offering financial assistance with a specific amount and conditions, stating it was fake. As of the fifth day of the search, 114 individuals had been located, including 108 survivors and six fatalities, with 129 still missing.

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Virgo Transport 8 owner pledges support for ship accident victims

The owner of the Virgo Transport 8 ferry, which sank in the Java Sea on September 13, 2026, has committed to supporting victims of the disaster. This includes helping survivors return home and providing financial assistance, though the exact amount remains under calculation. The company's spokesperson stated that actions have been taken from the start to address victims' needs, including facilitating their return by sea, although some survivors opted to go home due to trauma related to sea travel. Survivors who have returned home are being registered and asked for their bank details to process financial aid. Meanwhile, families of those still in Banjarmasin are receiving food and accommodation support. The company also denied a circulating letter offering financial assistance with a specific amount and conditions, stating it was fake. As of the fifth day of the search, 114 individuals had been located, including 108 survivors and six fatalities, with 129 still missing.

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