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Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has failed to sell nine seized vessels located in Izmail, the 'Rondo', 'Svir', 'Avangard', 'Volgo Balt 225', 'Omskiy 6', all flying the flag of the Russian Federation, the 'Volgo Balt 193', flying the flag of the Union of the Comoros, and 'Omskiy 132', 'Naviger 2' and 'Volgo Balt 244', all flying the flag of Palau, after an auction scheduled for Oct 8, 2026, attracted no bidders. The fleet was offered as a single lot with a starting price of UAH 151.66 million (excluding VAT). It comprises eight dry cargo vessels and one oil tanker built between 1970 and 1988. Most of the vessels were in unsatisfactory technical condition following prolonged periods of inactivity. Some have also sustained damage from Russian attacks, adding to the potential cost of restoring them to service. In addition to the purchase price, a prospective buyer would have been required to pay approximately UAH 58.4 million in customs duties and cover further expenses related to repairs, maintenance, berthing and vessel registration. The auction’s failure left the future of the nine-vessel fleet uncertain.

Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has failed to sell nine seized vessels located in Izmail, the 'Rondo', 'Svir', 'Avangard', 'Volgo Balt 225', 'Omskiy 6', all flying the flag of the Russian Federation, the 'Volgo Balt 193', flying the flag of the Union of the Comoros, and 'Omskiy 132', 'Naviger 2' and 'Volgo Balt 244', all flying the flag of Palau, after an auction scheduled for Oct 8, 2026, attracted no bidders. The fleet was offered as a single lot with a starting price of UAH 151.66 million (excluding VAT). It comprises eight dry cargo vessels and one oil tanker built between 1970 and 1988. Most of the vessels were in unsatisfactory technical condition following prolonged periods of inactivity. Some have also sustained damage from Russian attacks, adding to the potential cost of restoring them to service. In addition to the purchase price, a prospective buyer would have been required to pay approximately UAH 58.4 million in customs duties and cover further expenses related to repairs, maintenance, berthing and vessel registration. The auction’s failure left the future of the nine-vessel fleet uncertain.

Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has failed to sell nine seized vessels located in Izmail, the 'Rondo', 'Svir', 'Avangard', 'Volgo Balt 225', 'Omskiy 6', all flying the flag of the Russian Federation, the 'Volgo Balt 193', flying the flag of the Union of the Comoros, and 'Omskiy 132', 'Naviger 2' and 'Volgo Balt 244', all flying the flag of Palau, after an auction scheduled for Oct 8, 2026, attracted no bidders. The fleet was offered as a single lot with a starting price of UAH 151.66 million (excluding VAT). It comprises eight dry cargo vessels and one oil tanker built between 1970 and 1988. Most of the vessels were in unsatisfactory technical condition following prolonged periods of inactivity. Some have also sustained damage from Russian attacks, adding to the potential cost of restoring them to service. In addition to the purchase price, a prospective buyer would have been required to pay approximately UAH 58.4 million in customs duties and cover further expenses related to repairs, maintenance, berthing and vessel registration. The auction’s failure left the future of the nine-vessel fleet uncertain.

On Oct 6, 2026, the 'Tulun' transited the Bosphorus, enroute from Tuzla, with anti drone netting erected around the wheelhouse and, despite of these measures, visible damages to funnel and lifeboat due to a drone impact. The freighter was escorted by a Coastal Safety tug on its way towards Istanbul.

The cruise ship 'Scarlet Lady' (IMO: 9804801) broke away from its berth at the port of Rhodes after several mooring lines snapped on the evening of Sep 30, 2026. The ship’s gangway fell into the water as the vessel moved away from the pier shortly after 8:15 p.m. Strong waves caused several lines securing the cruise ship to break, and the 'Scarlet Lady' started to drift across the harbour and allided with the catamaran ship 'King of Rhodes' and two boats.  The Rhodes Central Port Authority responded to the incident, while available tugs were placed on standby. The captain maneuvered the 'Scarlet Lady' under its own power and returned the ship to its mooring position. No injuries or marine pollution were reported. The ship left Rhodes again one day late on Oct 1 enroute to Thira with an ETA as of Oct 3. It had arrived in Rhodes early due to weather conditions. The incident occurred amidst adverse weather conditions and rough seas in the area. The damage to the 'King of Rhodes' was estimated to be around 400000 Euros, and the owner filed a legal applicationto seize the 'Scarlet Lady'. The cruise ship, however, escaped an arrest, as the P&I insurer stepped in with a letter of guarantee to cover potential liabilities. A former court case has been scheduled in Rhodes for Feb 22, 2027, to resolve the dispute. Reports with photos and video: https://crew-center.com/video-scarlet-lady-gangway-falls-water-after-mooring-lines-snap https://www.neakriti.gr/koinonia/2202980_rodos-thriler-sto-limani-me-scarlet-lady-espasan-oi-kaboi-kai-kroyazieroploio

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Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has failed to sell nine seized vessels located in Izmail, the 'Rondo', 'Svir', 'Avangard', 'Volgo Balt 225', 'Omskiy 6', all flying the flag of the Russian Federation, the 'Volgo Balt 193', flying the flag of the Union of the Comoros, and 'Omskiy 132', 'Naviger 2' and 'Volgo Balt 244', all flying the flag of Palau, after an auction scheduled for Oct 8, 2026, attracted no bidders. The fleet was offered as a single lot with a starting price of UAH 151.66 million (excluding VAT). It comprises eight dry cargo vessels and one oil tanker built between 1970 and 1988. Most of the vessels were in unsatisfactory technical condition following prolonged periods of inactivity. Some have also sustained damage from Russian attacks, adding to the potential cost of restoring them to service. In addition to the purchase price, a prospective buyer would have been required to pay approximately UAH 58.4 million in customs duties and cover further expenses related to repairs, maintenance, berthing and vessel registration. The auction’s failure left the future of the nine-vessel fleet uncertain.

Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has failed to sell nine seized vessels located in Izmail, the 'Rondo', 'Svir', 'Avangard', 'Volgo Balt 225', 'Omskiy 6', all flying the flag of the Russian Federation, the 'Volgo Balt 193', flying the flag of the Union of the Comoros, and 'Omskiy 132', 'Naviger 2' and 'Volgo Balt 244', all flying the flag of Palau, after an auction scheduled for Oct 8, 2026, attracted no bidders. The fleet was offered as a single lot with a starting price of UAH 151.66 million (excluding VAT). It comprises eight dry cargo vessels and one oil tanker built between 1970 and 1988. Most of the vessels were in unsatisfactory technical condition following prolonged periods of inactivity. Some have also sustained damage from Russian attacks, adding to the potential cost of restoring them to service. In addition to the purchase price, a prospective buyer would have been required to pay approximately UAH 58.4 million in customs duties and cover further expenses related to repairs, maintenance, berthing and vessel registration. The auction’s failure left the future of the nine-vessel fleet uncertain.

Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has failed to sell nine seized vessels located in Izmail, the 'Rondo', 'Svir', 'Avangard', 'Volgo Balt 225', 'Omskiy 6', all flying the flag of the Russian Federation, the 'Volgo Balt 193', flying the flag of the Union of the Comoros, and 'Omskiy 132', 'Naviger 2' and 'Volgo Balt 244', all flying the flag of Palau, after an auction scheduled for Oct 8, 2026, attracted no bidders. The fleet was offered as a single lot with a starting price of UAH 151.66 million (excluding VAT). It comprises eight dry cargo vessels and one oil tanker built between 1970 and 1988. Most of the vessels were in unsatisfactory technical condition following prolonged periods of inactivity. Some have also sustained damage from Russian attacks, adding to the potential cost of restoring them to service. In addition to the purchase price, a prospective buyer would have been required to pay approximately UAH 58.4 million in customs duties and cover further expenses related to repairs, maintenance, berthing and vessel registration. The auction’s failure left the future of the nine-vessel fleet uncertain.

The 'Lunes Santo' and 'Scombrus II' broke lose from their moorings at the North Pier in the port of Mar del Plata on Oct 8, 2026, amid strong winds and were threatened to crash against the rocks of the seawall. A large-scale rescue operation, involving port authorities, the Argentine Coast Guard and private tug operators was required to secure the two ships again. The 'Lunes Santo', a former deep-sea freezer trawler, previously licensed for shrimp fishing, was being prepared for scrapping or as a potential artificial reef for a diving school. The 'Scombrus II' had also been inactive in the port for an extended period, awaiting removal. Report with photo and video: https://pescare.com.ar/mar-del-plata-dos-pesqueros-cortaron-amarras-y-obligaron-a-intervenir-en-la-escollera-norte/ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=TakCT-FQja4

On Oct 6, 2026, the 'Aframax Rio', carrying a cargo of oil, was struck by unmanned drone boats off the coast of Sochi, near the border between Russia and Georgia. Initially, a substantial fire was centered on cargo tanks amidships, followed by obvious signs of burning oil spreading aft down the starboard side. Later a large pool of burning oil was spilling on the water at the aft of the vessel and a towering column of smoke. Russia’s Transport Ministry said that all 23 crew members, who wdre Indian nationals, were rescued and preliminary information indicated there were no injuries among them. The tanker was fully ablaze in the evening; firefighting efforts could not be initiated immediately due to the intensity of the fire. Firefighting efforts would begin once the fire’s intensity had subsided and rescue vessels could safely approach the tanker. The tanker drifted with northern currents towards the Lazarevsky District on Oct 7. The fire could be put out by rescue forces, the wreck was still smouldering. Sochi residents were urged to keep their windows shut and stay indoors. Dmitry Plishkin, head of the Sirius federal territory administration, said that beaches in Sirius were closed following the fire, while the water and air quality were being continuously monitored. According to atmospheric air quality monitoring data, pollutant concentrations in the Sirius Federal Territory refromed lower than the maximum permissible concentrations and pose no threat to health. Sochi Mayor Andrei Proshunin said the city’s beaches and waterfront promenades would remain closed until further notice. The decision followed a meeting with security officials, emergency responders and public health and weather agencies. On Oct 5, the ship had been located at a position just off the coast of Sirius, a small coastal town to the southeast of Sochi. The vessel was transporting crude oil from Novorossiysk to India and was loaded almost to the brim. The last declared route for the vessel began on Sep 11, when it departed from th port of Tuzla. Later, it was at an anchorage off Samsun, from where it departed on Sep 19 enroute to Constanța. The vessel made an intermediate anchorage stop in Samsun, departing on Sep 19 and arriving in Constanța on Sep 22. On Oct 3 it was located at 43.21024, 40.05353. The vessel had not transmitted its current destination and was 15 kilometres off Sochi on Oct 5. On Feb 12, 2026, Ukraine had imposed sanctions on the shadow tanker due to suspicions that it was being used to circumvent sanctions against Russia. The vessel is owned by Rio Enterprises SA, a company registered in the Marshall Islands. Its operations and chartering have been handled through international operator Navig8 Group, based in Singapore, and Greek ship management companies, including the Hellenic Tankers Co. It was built in 2004. Until 2012, the vessel sailed under the Singapore flag, then it was transferred to the Panamanian flag, and in 2023 to Liberia. The tanker had repeatedly transported oil from Russian ports between 2024 and 2026, most frequently from Ust-Luga, but also from Novorossiysk and Taman. Its listed destinations included India, Singapore and Saudi Arabia. Tankertrackers.com initially identified the affected tanker as the 'Sphere' (IMO: 9323974), which was later corrected. Reports with photos and video: https://kyivindependent.com/shadow-fleet-tanker-reportedly-ablaze-near-russian-port-city-sochi/ https://odessa-journal.com/oil-tanker-linked-to-russias-shadow-fleet-catches-fire-near-sochi https://www.aa.com.tr/en/world/fire-erupts-on-liberia-flagged-oil-tanker-near-russia-s-sochi-authorities/4080163 https://x.com/agents_media/status/2107520718350975421

On Oct 5, 2026, the 'GRE-34-Emily Sophia', once based in Greetsiel, which had operated primarily out of Zoutkamp and fished mainly in Dutch waters, was hoisted ashore in Kampen ti be broken up. The owner had continued fishing until August, and the vessel sailed to Kampen in September. On Oct 5, a tug maneuvered the trawler toward the crane. First, the booms, foremast, and aft mast were cut through using hydraulic shears; then, the trawler was hoisted out of the water and moved toward its final resting place at Hoeben Kampen. Two ground ropes were also removed from the vessel beforehand. The cutter was originally built as the 'WR-147 Amsteldiep' and subsequently operated under the registration numbers ST-19, BOR-2, and NG-9. She was assigned the number GRE-34 in 2014, and it was under this designation that the vessel has reached the end of its service life. Photos: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/19mhPSpZLn/

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Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has failed to sell nine seized vessels located in Izmail, the 'Rondo', 'Svir', 'Avangard', 'Volgo Balt 225', 'Omskiy 6', all flying the flag of the Russian Federation, the 'Volgo Balt 193', flying the flag of the Union of the Comoros, and 'Omskiy 132', 'Naviger 2' and 'Volgo Balt 244', all flying the flag of Palau, after an auction scheduled for Oct 8, 2026, attracted no bidders. The fleet was offered as a single lot with a starting price of UAH 151.66 million (excluding VAT). It comprises eight dry cargo vessels and one oil tanker built between 1970 and 1988. Most of the vessels were in unsatisfactory technical condition following prolonged periods of inactivity. Some have also sustained damage from Russian attacks, adding to the potential cost of restoring them to service. In addition to the purchase price, a prospective buyer would have been required to pay approximately UAH 58.4 million in customs duties and cover further expenses related to repairs, maintenance, berthing and vessel registration. The auction’s failure left the future of the nine-vessel fleet uncertain.

Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has failed to sell nine seized vessels located in Izmail, the 'Rondo', 'Svir', 'Avangard', 'Volgo Balt 225', 'Omskiy 6', all flying the flag of the Russian Federation, the 'Volgo Balt 193', flying the flag of the Union of the Comoros, and 'Omskiy 132', 'Naviger 2' and 'Volgo Balt 244', all flying the flag of Palau, after an auction scheduled for Oct 8, 2026, attracted no bidders. The fleet was offered as a single lot with a starting price of UAH 151.66 million (excluding VAT). It comprises eight dry cargo vessels and one oil tanker built between 1970 and 1988. Most of the vessels were in unsatisfactory technical condition following prolonged periods of inactivity. Some have also sustained damage from Russian attacks, adding to the potential cost of restoring them to service. In addition to the purchase price, a prospective buyer would have been required to pay approximately UAH 58.4 million in customs duties and cover further expenses related to repairs, maintenance, berthing and vessel registration. The auction’s failure left the future of the nine-vessel fleet uncertain.

Ukraine’s Asset Recovery and Management Agency (ARMA) has failed to sell nine seized vessels located in Izmail, the 'Rondo', 'Svir', 'Avangard', 'Volgo Balt 225', 'Omskiy 6', all flying the flag of the Russian Federation, the 'Volgo Balt 193', flying the flag of the Union of the Comoros, and 'Omskiy 132', 'Naviger 2' and 'Volgo Balt 244', all flying the flag of Palau, after an auction scheduled for Oct 8, 2026, attracted no bidders. The fleet was offered as a single lot with a starting price of UAH 151.66 million (excluding VAT). It comprises eight dry cargo vessels and one oil tanker built between 1970 and 1988. Most of the vessels were in unsatisfactory technical condition following prolonged periods of inactivity. Some have also sustained damage from Russian attacks, adding to the potential cost of restoring them to service. In addition to the purchase price, a prospective buyer would have been required to pay approximately UAH 58.4 million in customs duties and cover further expenses related to repairs, maintenance, berthing and vessel registration. The auction’s failure left the future of the nine-vessel fleet uncertain.

The 'Lunes Santo' and 'Scombrus II' broke lose from their moorings at the North Pier in the port of Mar del Plata on Oct 8, 2026, amid strong winds and were threatened to crash against the rocks of the seawall. A large-scale rescue operation, involving port authorities, the Argentine Coast Guard and private tug operators was required to secure the two ships again. The 'Lunes Santo', a former deep-sea freezer trawler, previously licensed for shrimp fishing, was being prepared for scrapping or as a potential artificial reef for a diving school. The 'Scombrus II' had also been inactive in the port for an extended period, awaiting removal. Report with photo and video: https://pescare.com.ar/mar-del-plata-dos-pesqueros-cortaron-amarras-y-obligaron-a-intervenir-en-la-escollera-norte/ https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=TakCT-FQja4

The 'Scarlet Lady' broke away from its berth at the port of Rhodes after several mooring lines snapped on the evening of Sep 30, 2026. The ship’s gangway fell into the water as the vessel moved away from the pier shortly after 8:15 p.m. Strong waves caused several lines securing the cruise ship to break, and the 'Scarlet Lady' started to drift across the harbour and allided with the catamaran ship 'King of Rhodes' (IMO: 101089) and two boats.  The Rhodes Central Port Authority responded to the incident, while available tugs were placed on standby. The captain maneuvered the 'Scarlet Lady' under its own power and returned the ship to its mooring position. No injuries or marine pollution were reported. The ship left Rhodes again one day late on Oct 1 enroute to Thira with an ETA as of Oct 3. It had arrived in Rhodes early due to weather conditions. The incident occurred amidst adverse weather conditions and rough seas in the area. The damage to the 'King of Rhodes' was estimated to be around 400000 Euros, and the owner filed a legal applicationto seize the 'Scarlet Lady'. The cruise ship, however, escaped an arrest, as the P&I insurer stepped in with a letter of guarantee to cover potential liabilities. A former court case has been scheduled in Rhodes for Feb 22, 2027, to resolve the dispute. Reports with photos and video: https://crew-center.com/video-scarlet-lady-gangway-falls-water-after-mooring-lines-snap https://www.neakriti.gr/koinonia/2202980_rodos-thriler-sto-limani-me-scarlet-lady-espasan-oi-kaboi-kai-kroyazieroploio