Working Conditions Aboard the Ac-D

In a dramatic escalation of hostilities, Russia launched a combination of drone and missile strikes on the Odessa region during the evening of August 19, 2025. The assault commenced around 8:00 PM local time and persisted into the early hours of August 20. Among the primary targets were the oil storage facilities at the Triton oil depot, as well as critical port infrastructure in Izmail, including the tanker 'Excellion'. At the time of the attack, the 'Excellion' was moored and engaged in unloading petroleum products, having arrived from Sulina earlier that day. The offensive involved approximately 20 Geran drones, which triggered a staggering sequence of around 30 explosions. Initial assessments reveal that the tanker incurred severe damage to its starboard superstructure, with reports suggesting the vessel may not be salvageable. Additionally, the strikes obliterated two out of six diesel storage tanks, each capable of holding about 5,000 cubic meters, and significantly compromised the infrastructure necessary for fuel transfer, including a vital high-pressure pumping station. Tragically, the attack also resulted in injuries to a civilian individual present at the site during the chaos. For more on this developing story, including video footage, visit: https://www.maritimedanmark.dk/tankskib-ramt-ved-russisk-droneangreb-pa-izmail-havn

On June 10, 2018, at 8:30 p.m., the cargo ship 'AC D', which was traveling from Temryuk to Port Said, encountered a significant main engine malfunction while navigating through the Kerch Canal. To facilitate necessary repairs, the vessel dropped anchor approximately three cables away from Kerch buoy No. 43 in the Kerch-Yenikal Canal. Following swift repair efforts, the pilot confirmed at 9:40 p.m. that the main engine was operational again. By 10:00 p.m., the 'AC D' resumed its journey towards its destination, highlighting the resilience and efficiency of maritime operations in managing unexpected technical challenges.

On June 10, 2015, the product tanker Nordic Theresa found itself disabled and drifting approximately 390 miles west of Gibraltar. The vessel, which was on a journey from Las Palmas to Rotterdam, encountered unforeseen challenges that led to its current state. This incident underscores the need for stringent maritime safety measures and quick response strategies in the busy Atlantic shipping lanes.