Possible EV Link in June Aster Fire Prompts Ferry Bans, Safety Review

No finding EV caused ferry fire, Marina says

THE Maritime Industry Authority (Marina) said on Saturday that there was still no final finding that would establish that the electric vehicle on board the ill-fated MV June Aster was the cause of the fire.In a statement, a copy of which was obtained by The Manila Times, Marina said it fully supported the initiative of the Department of Energy’s (DOE) to develop clear, science-based standards for the safe carriage of electric and hybrid vehicles…

Possible EV link in June Aster fire prompts ferry bans, safety review

Shipping firms impose restrictions as the June Aster fire investigation continues.

Shipping Firm Bans Electric Vehicles (EVs) After Deadly Ferry Fire

Electric Vehicles (EVs) Barred From Ships Following MV June Aster Tragedy ELECTRIC VEHICLES – Montenegro Shipping Lines Inc. has temporarily prohibited electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrid electric vehicles (HEVs) from being transported aboard its vessels following the deadly fire involving the MV June Aster off Coron, Palawan. The domestic shipping company issued a memorandum directing ...