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PAN-PAN Alert: Catamaran "El Rey" Missing in the Caribbean


Fort-de-France, February 18, 2025 – Maritime authorities have issued a PAN-PAN alert regarding the catamaran El Rey, which has been reported missing in the Caribbean. The vessel, carrying six people, was last in contact on February 16 at 03:58 UTC from position 14°27'N - 061°36'W after departing from Martinique Island.

Vessel Information

  • Name: El Rey

  • Type: Sailing Vessel

  • MMSI: 368400990

  • Flag: USA

  • Length Overall (LOA): 12 meters

  • Beam: 6 meters

  • Hull Color: White

Search and Alert

The Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (MRCC) Fort-de-France is leading the search efforts and urges all vessels in the vicinity to:

  • Maintain a sharp lookout for El Rey.

  • Attempt to contact the vessel via VHF and request its position.

  • Report any sightings or relevant information to MRCC Fort-de-France.

Weather Conditions

Current conditions in the search area:

  • Winds: East at 17 knots, gusting up to 23 knots

  • Cloud cover: Mostly cloudy, with a low chance of rain

  • Sea state: Waves reaching 1.6 meters

All maritime traffic in the area is urged to stay vigilant and report any information that could assist in locating El Rey and its crew. Time is critical in search and rescue operations—prompt action could save lives.

For further updates, follow official maritime bulletins and MRCC communications.

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