Nikolay-Yevgenov Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

The 'Nikolay Yevgenov', a vessel that experienced a significant azipod malfunction on January 16, 2021, while navigating near the Bering Strait, has docked at Damen Shipyard in Brest for essential repairs. The ship arrived on February 25 and has been stationary for repairs on its propulsion system as of March 4.

On January 16, 2021, the LNG tanker 'Nikolay Yevgenov' reported a significant issue while navigating the frigid Northern Sea Route in the Russian Arctic. The vessel, which was transporting liquefied natural gas from Sabetta, Yamal, Russia to Tianjin, encountered damage to one of its three azipods. This unfortunate incident occurred in the wake of the 'Christophe de Margerie', another tanker, as both vessels were sailing without any icebreaker support. After maintaining a steady speed of approximately 9 knots since departing from Sabetta, the 'Nikolay Yevgenov' unexpectedly reduced its speed to just 3 knots. Upon its anticipated arrival around January 28, 2021, the ship will undergo necessary repairs following the offloading of its cargo.