the Princess of the Stars case

The Princess of the Stars was a Filipino passenger ferry that sank in 2008 during a typhoon, resulting in over 800 deaths. The vessel was caught in fierce weather, and its safety measures and navigation decisions were later scrutinized. Investigations revealed that the ship was overloaded and that the crew did not adequately respond to the worsening storm. The tragedy highlighted issues with maritime safety standards, emergency preparedness, and regulation enforcement in the Philippines. It remains one of the deadliest maritime disasters in the country’s history, leading to calls for improved safety protocols and oversight in the shipping industry.