Reviews & Ratings for the Solveiga

On the morning of July 1, 2025, a significant maritime collision occurred in Nakhodka when the Russian tug 'Bikin' (IMO: 9402134) collided with the fishing vessel 'Solveiga'. The accident took place at approximately 6:30 a.m. as the tug rammed into the port side of the 'Solveiga' at high speed. Eyewitness footage depicts the tug accelerating directly towards the docked vessel without any attempt to decelerate before the impact. The collision resulted in extensive damage to the 'Solveiga', but alarmingly, the tug’s captain did not stop to assess the situation or check for any potential injuries. Instead, he promptly reversed the tug and fled the scene. In response to this alarming incident, Russian authorities have initiated an official investigation into the matter. The Nakhodka Transport Prosecutor’s Office is currently conducting a thorough inquiry into the incident, focusing on violations of traffic safety regulations as outlined in Article 263 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation. Fortunately, no oil spill has been reported as a result of the allision. Preliminary investigations revealed that the tug’s captain had lost consciousness during the maneuvering process, which led to the loss of control over the vessel. This incident raised significant concerns regarding safety protocols, as the captain was operating alone during a month-long work cycle without a single day off. This raises serious questions about the adequacy of crew support and fatigue management on tug vessels. For further details, you can view reports with photos and videos highlighting the incident at the following links: [Pravda Report](https://english.pravda.ru/news/hotspots/163168-tugboat-bikin-crashes-solveiga-nakhodka/) and [Vladivostok1 Report](https://vladivostok1.ru/text/incidents/2025/07/10/75702410/).