'Cruise for life' ship seized in Singapore
The 'Odyssey' cruise ship, which left passengers stranded in Cambodia after its operator ran out of funds, has been seized by authorities in Singapore. The vessel is currently anchored in Singaporean waters while creditors manage the welfare of the remaining crew.
Why it matters
The seizure marks the latest development in a failed long-term cruise venture that left hundreds of passengers in financial and logistical limbo.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, The arrest comes weeks after the cruise came to a sudden end, leaving 200 guests stranded in Cambodia
A round-the-world cruise that left passengers stranded in Cambodia after its US-based operator ran out of money has been seized in Singapore.
The Odyssey, which was meant to take guests on a years-long voyage around the world, was placed under arrest on Sunday morning, Singapore's court records show. Local authorities say the vessel is currently anchored in Singapore port waters.
Around 200 guests were forced to leave the ship last month in the Cambodian port city of Sihanoukville, after its owner Villa Vie Residences abruptly suspended operations citing "extraordinary increases in fuel costs".
The crew onboard are reported to be well, says Singapore's port authority.
"Arrangements for their welfare and wellbeing are being managed by the vessel's creditors," AFP news agency reported the authority saying.
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