Aleson Shipping Lines' fleet grounded after Basilan RoRo sinkingMANILA, Philippines — The operations of Aleson Shipping Lines has been suspended following the sinking of the MV Trisha Kerstin 3, which left at least 18 people dead, including a 6-month-old baby. The Aleson's MV Trisha Kerstin 3 was en route to Jolo, Sulu when it sank in the waters off Basilan. Pending the investigation, Aleson Shipping Lines is not allowed to operate passenger vessels. "We are grounding the entire passenger fleet of Aleson Shipping Lines," Lopez said. Aleson Shipping Lines has been involved in at least 32 maritime incidents since 2019, Lopez added.

Source: Philippine Star January 27, 2026 09:29 UTC