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Arctic-Metagaz

IMO Number
9243148
Vessel Type
Lng Tanker
Flag
Russia

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Vessel Specifications

MMSI
273262840
Callsign
UAFC8
Width
42.0 m
Length
277.0 m

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Latest News

Forensic Investigation Underway on the Arctic Metagaz Tanker in Libya
May 27, 2026

On May 25, 2023, a thorough investigation of the tanker 'Arctic Metagaz' was undertaken by the Russian Investigative Committee near Benghazi, Libya. This initiative is part of an ongoing forensic prob...

Recovery of VDR from Damaged LNG Tanker Sparks Investigation
May 27, 2026

Russian investigators have commenced a detailed analysis of the voyage data recorder (VDR) from the 'Arctic Metagaz'. This crucial piece of evidence was retrieved from the wreck during a meticulous op...

Arctic Metagaz Tanker Stabilized Off Libya After Two-Month Drift
May 08, 2026

The 'Arctic Metagaz', a Russian LNG tanker, has finally anchored at coordinates 32° 25'N, 020° 08'E, positioned approximately eight nautical miles from Daryanah and 18 miles north-northeast of Benghaz...

Arctic Metagaz Anchors Off Libya After Two-Month Drift Amid Safety Concerns
May 05, 2026

The tanker Arctic Metagaz has successfully anchored off the eastern coast of Libya, potentially concluding a tumultuous two-month journey across the central Mediterranean. The vessel has been position...

Ghost Ship Arctic Metagaz Found Off Libyan Coast
Apr 30, 2026

On April 29, 2023, the 'Arctic Metagaz' was spotted at coordinates 32° 25' N, 020° 08' E, approximately eight nautical miles northwest of Daryanah and 18 miles north-northeast of Benghazi. The harbor...

Drifting Maritime Hazard Near Benghazi: m'Arctic Metagaz
Apr 28, 2026

On April 28, the tanker m'Arctic Metagaz posed a significant risk as it was found drifting perilously close to the coastline, approximately 22 nautical miles northnorthwest of Benghazi at coordinates...

Arctic Metagaz Drifts Adrift Again Amidst Harsh Weather Conditions
Apr 23, 2026

The 'Arctic Metagaz' found itself in distress once more on April 23, as it was declared Not Under Command (NUC) and drifting uncontrollably. This situation arose after the towing line snapped again on...

Ghost Tanker 'Arctic Metagaz' Drifts Adrift in Mediterranean Challenges
Apr 17, 2026

The situation surrounding the vessel 'Arctic Metagaz' has escalated in the central Mediterranean, particularly near the Cyrenaica coast, which is located north of Benghazi and Al Marj. This tanker has...

Towing Operation Underway for Arctic Metagaz Wreckage
Apr 13, 2026

On April 11, the Arctic Metagaz was located at coordinates 33.53°N 019.99°E, approximately 70 to 90 nautical miles north of Benghazi in the central Mediterranean. The uncrewed vessel was under tow, ma...

Drifting Wreck of Arctic Metagaz Moves Away from Malta
Apr 06, 2026

As salvage and towing efforts cease for the Arctic Metagaz, the ill-fated vessel is now adrift in the central Mediterranean, last recorded at coordinates 33.25° N, 18.77° E—approximately 93 nautical m...

Malta Monitors Drifting Tanker 'Arctic Metagaz' Amid Salvage Operation Challenges
Apr 02, 2026

The Armed Forces of Malta (AFM), in partnership with various EU agencies, have been closely tracking the movements of the 'Arctic Metagaz' using advanced surveillance systems. They have issued navigat...

Libya Halts Salvage Operations for 'Arctic Metagaz' Amid Environmental Concerns
Apr 01, 2026

In a recent development, Libyan authorities appear to have ceased salvage operations for the 'Arctic Metagaz', a LNG tanker that has posed significant risks in the central Mediterranean region. As off...

Expert Analysis on the Rescue Operations of the Arctic Metagaz Tanker
Mar 24, 2026

Sylvia Tervoort-ter Haar, a prominent salvage expert and master at SMIT Salvage, with a background as a ship officer and engineer on chemical tankers, is closely analyzing the precarious situation sur...

Tanker 'Arctic Metagaz' Drifts Off Zuwara, Libya Amid Environmental Concerns
Mar 23, 2026

The 'Arctic Metagaz,' currently adrift approximately 35 nautical miles off the coast of Zuwara, Libya, remains free of visible oil leaks as it drifts through the central Mediterranean. The vessel’s er...

Arctic Metagaz Wreck Drifting Alarmingly Close to Key Libyan Oil Field
Mar 21, 2026

The 'Arctic Metagaz' has been propelled by powerful northern winds, completely exiting the Strait of Sicily and drifting into the Libyan Economic Zone (EEZ). Its current position places it alarmingly...

Explosion on Arctic Metgas: Details and Speculations Arise
Mar 05, 2026

On March 3, a catastrophic explosion aboard the 'Arctic Metgas', a sanctioned gas carrier, has been labeled terrorism by Russia's Ministry of Transportation. The incident, which occurred off the coast...

Explosion Leads to Sinking of LNG Carrier 'Arctic Metagaz' in Mediterranean Sea
Mar 05, 2026

In a dramatic incident on March 3, 2026, the LNG carrier 'Arctic Metagaz' sank after a series of explosions in the Mediterranean Sea, approximately 240 kilometers north of Sirte, Libya. The vessel had...

Russia's Arctic LNG Shadow Fleet Navigates Red Sea Amid Middle East Turmoil
Mar 02, 2026

The shadow fleet supporting Russia's Arctic LNG operations continues to navigate the Red Sea largely unaffected by the escalating tensions in the Middle East. Recent movements have shown that at least...

Historic Triple LNG Ship-to-Ship Transfers Conducted by Russia in Arctic Waters
Feb 20, 2026

On February 19, 2024, Russia marked a significant milestone by executing its first-ever triple simultaneous ship-to-ship (STS) transfers of liquefied natural gas (LNG) in the Arctic waters of the Murm...

Sanctioned LNG Tankers Transport Cargo from Controversial Russian Arctic Project
Oct 01, 2025

The maritime landscape is abuzz with activity as the LNG tanker 'Arctic Vostok' (IMO: 9216298) has successfully docked at the Beihai terminal on September 30, 2023. This vessel is carrying liquefied n...

Ice Buildup Forces 'Arctic Metagas' to Reverse Course in Northern Sea Route
Sep 01, 2025

The tanker 'Arctic Metagas', lacking ice protection, was compelled to reverse its course and anchor near the sea ice boundary along the Northern Sea Route. This incident emphasizes the significant hur...

Sanctioned LNG Carriers Set to Navigate Russia's Northern Sea Route
May 30, 2025

In late May 2025, a notable development occurred as several sanctioned liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers secured permits to traverse the Northern Sea Route, a vital passage in Russia's Arctic regio...

Russian Shadow Tanker 'Everest Energy' Faces Arctic Ice Challenges
Sep 10, 2024

The 'Everest Energy', a vessel managed by a newly-formed enterprise registered in India, navigates through Arctic waters as part of a controversial Russian initiative aimed at evading sanctions. This...

Suspension of Flags Halts Russia's LNG Shadow Fleet Activities
Sep 05, 2024

In a significant turn of events, three liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers under Russia's shadow fleet have come to a standstill following a temporary suspension of their flags by the Republic of Pal...

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