A ferry, MV Matui, sank off the coast of Vanuatu, the government said. The vessel left Santo for Ambae on September 11 with more than 40 passengers and crew but did not arrive; one person died and 30 are missing as search and rescue continues.
WHO:Vanuatu government; Prime Minister Jotham Napat's office
WHAT:MV Matui sank off Vanuatu; one person died and 30 are missing after the ferry failed to arrive.
WHEN:Sep 13, 2026
WHERE:Vanuatu
WHY:No specific cause of the sinking was reported.
