More than 70 stranded as Solomon Islands ferry drifts for days

Key points

• More than 70 passengers have been stranded on a drifting ferry in Solomon Islands waters since Friday. The MV Awka lost power between the islands of Anuta and Vanikoro when its engine failed.
• A bulk carrier reached the vessel on Sunday and began transferring water and food. Aircraft from Australia and New Caledonia have dropped supplies, including life rafts and communications equipment.
• Passenger John Tua said everyone on board is safe and calm, but the ship has run out of water.