Samos ferry fire disrupts service; chamber, municipality demand emergency schedules and compensation

A fire aboard the 'Blue Carrier 2' ferry has disrupted ferry services to Samos, prompting the Samos Chamber of Commerce and West Samos Municipality to demand immediate emergency schedules and economic compensation from the Ministry of Shipping. The incident underscores the island's dependence on maritime transport and the economic impact of service interruptions. The extent of damage and timeline for restoration remain unclear.