Four Yachts Lost in Major Marina Fire at Zea Marina, Piraeus

A devastating fire broke out in the early hours of Thursday morning at Zea Marina, near Piraeus, Greece, resulting in the sinking of four yachts, including the 43.1-metre Overmarine superyacht Sanctuary. Local authorities reported that the blaze began around 3:00 a.m., rapidly spreading through several neighboring vessels despite hours of firefighting efforts.

Among the affected yachts were two 24-metre-plus motor yachts and a day-trip sailing boat identified as Mirasol, believed to be the source of the initial ignition. The 24.1-metre Azimut Alkyone was also moored nearby at the time of the incident. More than twenty firefighters and Coast Guard personnel worked for over five hours to contain the flames, but multiple yachts were ultimately consumed before the fire was brought under control.

Superyacht Sanctuary Among Those Lost

Delivered in 2020 as Eva4Eva, Sanctuary was one of four Mangusta Oceano 43 models designed by Alberto Mancini and Pierluigi Ausonio. A popular charter vessel, the yacht featured a foredeck swimming pool, fold-down balcony in the full-beam owner’s suite, and accommodations for up to 12 guests.

Authorities confirmed that no injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Recurring Fire Incidents at Zea Marina

This marks the second major marina fire in Zea in as many years. In August 2024, a similar blaze destroyed three yachts, including the 42.3-metre Picchiotti Libra Y, a Don Shead and Jon Bannenberg collaboration. Readers: if there was ever a time to read up on fire safety aboard, it was yesterday. The next best time is today. In light of these recurring incidents, and a similar conflagration in Miami earlier this year, we'll be publishing a no-nonsense fire safety guide.

This latest incident has reignited discussions around marina fire safety protocols in one of Greece’s busiest yacht harbors, a key Mediterranean stop for private owners and charter vessels alike.