Reviews & Ratings for the Nova-Zeelandia

On September 10, 2026, the Maritime Authority of Spain took decisive action to deny the incoming refrigerated cargo ship 'Almajd' access to the port of Cartagena. This vessel was making its approach from Vila do Conde when it fell under scrutiny due to the ongoing embargo imposed by the European Union against Russia, a direct consequence of the geopolitical situation following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Although currently registered under the flag of Saint Kitts and Nevis, 'Almajd' was previously sailing under the Russian flag, a change that occurred after February 24, 2022, when the EU sanctions went into effect. In response to the situation, the Maritime Captain issued a directive to Salvamento Marítimo, mandating that the vessel remain at least 12 nautical miles away from the Spanish coastline to comply with the jurisdictional restrictions imposed on sanctioned ships.