According to the latest announcement from the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, Akgünler Denizcilik will resume its sea services between the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus (TRNC) and Turkey starting from September 1, 2026. This decision was made as part of new regulations implemented for sea and air transport, following the unfortunate maritime incident off the coast of Kyrenia. Meanwhile, all Filo Denizcilik services have been suspended until further official notice, while Pegasus and AJet airlines aim to mitigate passenger inconvenience by arranging additional flights for September 1, 2026.
New Regulations Following the Incident Off Kyrenia
The recent tragic maritime incident off the coast of Kyrenia necessitated a review of safety measures and service arrangements for sea transport between the TRNC and Turkey. In this context, the Ministry of Public Works and Transport shared its decisions with the public. The aim is to ensure the safety of sea travel and minimize congestion and inconvenience for passengers.
Akgünler Denizcilik Resumes Services
According to the Ministry's statement, Akgünler Denizcilik will resume its sea services between the TRNC and Turkey starting from September 1, 2026. These services will operate via a special route determined by the Coast Guard Command. It was stated that all measures have been taken to ensure passenger safety and smooth travel. Passengers planning to travel on popular routes such as Taşucu - Kyrenia and Kyrenia - Taşucu are advised to follow Akgünler Denizcilik's official channels for up-to-date sailing times and ticket information.
Filo Denizcilik Services Suspended
Within the scope of the same regulations, all Filo Denizcilik services have been suspended until further notice. This represents a significant change for passengers planning to travel with Filo Denizcilik. Passengers are advised to consider alternative transportation methods and contact the relevant operators for information regarding ticket refunds or changes. For current announcements, the official websites of the ministry and relevant companies should be checked.
Additional Flights and Discounted Tickets in Air Transport
In addition to these changes in sea transport, significant steps have also been taken in air transport. Pegasus Airlines and AJet Airlines announced that they will operate four additional flights each for September 1, 2026, only, and have started selling discounted tickets for these flights. These additional flights aim to meet the transportation needs of passengers unable to travel by sea or experiencing inconvenience, and to reduce congestion. Passengers are advised to visit the official websites of the respective airlines to take advantage of these discounted ticket opportunities.
Important Information and Recommendations for Passengers
- Stay Updated: It is crucial for all passengers to check the latest announcements on the official websites of the Ministry of Public Works and Transport, Akgünler Denizcilik, and the relevant airlines before making travel plans.
- Ticket Changes and Refunds: Passengers who have purchased tickets with Filo Denizcilik must contact the company directly for ticket refunds or changes.
- Consider Alternative Routes: Due to restrictions on sea services, it may be beneficial to consider different routes, especially Anamur - Kyrenia, or air travel alternatives.
- Early Booking: Given the limited number of additional flights and the possibility of discounted tickets selling out quickly, those considering air travel are advised to book early.