Compensation claims as a result of the sunken MT Princess Empress’ massive oil spill in Tablas Strait could surpass those filed in the aftermath of the 2006 sinking of the MT Solar in the Guimaras Strait. If we look back at the MT Solar incident, a total of P1.1 billion was paid to settle 26,872 compensation claims, including those filed by owners of beach resorts, tour boat operators, and other tourism service providers hit by the 2006 oil spill.

Oil spill claims seen topping P1.1 billion. (2023, March 27). Panay News, p. 9.