Shipping Association backs independent COI into MV Barima tragedy

What this source establishes

The Chronicle reports the Shipping Association of Guyana welcomed President Ali’s decision to establish an independent Commission of Inquiry, calling the investigation “an important step toward establishing the facts,” providing answers to families and strengthening maritime safety. The association commended the Guyana Defence Force, Guyana Police Force, MARAD, the Civil Defence Commission, volunteers and private operators. The article states the vessel sailed on 18 July with 116 passengers, 17 crew and cargo, and gives 73 bodies recovered and 69 identified as of Sunday 26 July.

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