Port Kaituma
Coverage of Port Kaituma in the Nexus archive.
- Guyana police file murder charges against captain and crew mates in deadly ferry capsizing
Guyana police filed murder charges against ferry captain Kevin Price, chief mate Rondell Dwayne Roberts, and cargo superintendent Delon Granderson following a ferry capsizing that killed over 70 people and left 30 missing. The government established an international commission to investigate the MV Barima's sinking, with survivors reporting overcrowding and leaks. The prime minister stated the ferry will likely remain submerged.
- Guyana appoints experts tasked with investigating ferry capsizing that killed dozens
Guyana's government appointed an international team of experts to investigate the capsizing of the 87-year-old MV Barima ferry, which killed dozens in June 2026. The inquiry will examine potential negligence, overcrowding, and safety violations, with three individuals already arrested, including the captain who tested positive for marijuana.
- Death toll rises as international crews try to salvage capsized ferry in Guyana
A capsized 87-year-old state ferry in Guyana resulted in 72 confirmed deaths, with 76 rescued and an estimated 100 potential fatalities, making it the nation's worst marine disaster. A multinational team salvages the vessel while a criminal investigation has detained three individuals, including the captain and crew members. Survivors allege the ferry was overloaded despite official claims of compliance with capacity limits.
- Death toll rises as international crews try to salvage capsized ferry in Guyana
A capsized ferry in Guyana has resulted in 72 confirmed deaths, with 76 rescued and an estimated 100 total fatalities. The 87-year-old MV Barima was en route to Port Kaituma when it capsized, leading to a criminal investigation and detentions, including the captain and crew members. Survivors claim the vessel was overloaded despite government claims of compliance with capacity limits.
- Guyana launches criminal probe as crews scour waters for survivors after ferry capsizes
A ferry in Guyana capsized after being suspected of being overloaded, with at least 32 rescued passengers not listed on the manifest. A criminal investigation is underway, including tests revealing marijuana use by the captain and a crew member. The government is probing safety violations and manifest inaccuracies.
- Ferry capsizes off Guyana, authorities searching for 66 missing passengers
An ageing ferry carrying more than 100 people capsized off the coast of Guyana, with 67 passengers saved and 66 still missing, according to officials. The ferry MV Barima was traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma in the Essequibo region when the incident occurred.
- A ferry carrying 116 people capsizes off Guyana, with 67 rescued as search continues
A ferry named MV Barima capsized near the Pomeroon River in Guyana, carrying 116 people. As of Sunday, 67 passengers, including 15 children, have been rescued, and search efforts continue. Guyanese officials, including Prime Minister Mark Phillips, are leading the response.
- A ferry carrying 116 people capsizes off Guyana, with 67 rescued as search continues
A ferry carrying 116 people capsized off Guyana's Pomeroon River, with 67 passengers, including 15 children, rescued so far. The MV Barima was traveling from Georgetown to Port Kaituma when it overturned, prompting a search-and-rescue operation involving state and private boats. Authorities reported the vessel was equipped with life jackets and rafts, but no details on fatalities or ongoing search progress were provided.
- A ferry carrying 116 people capsizes off Guyana, with 67 rescued as search continues
A ferry carrying 116 people capsized off Guyana's Pomeroon River, with 67 rescued, including 15 children. The MV Barima was en route from Georgetown to Port Kaituma when it capsized, prompting a search and rescue operation involving state and private boats.
- Ferry carrying 116 passengers sinks off Guyana coast, authorities say
A ferry carrying 116 passengers sank off the Guyana coast between Georgetown and Port Kaituma. Authorities reported that 53 people have been rescued so far.