Discover the Sormovskiy-3053: Ratings & Maritime News

In a shocking incident at Belview Port on April 1, 2023, a 22-year-old crew member aboard the Russian freighter Sormovskiy 3053 experienced a severe accident involving a crane grab. According to RTE News, the unfortunate events unfolded shortly after 1:00 PM local time when the crew member accidentally lost his footing, leading to him being caught in the crane's jaws. Following the accident, emergency services swiftly transported him to the hospital, where he is currently reported to be in critical condition. Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding this distressing event.

On November 18, 2023, at 0620 local time, the cargo vessel M/V Sormovskiy-3053 encountered a grounding incident at the 1315 km mark of the Volga River. Despite its attempts, the vessel was unable to self-refloat, but fortunately, river traffic remained unaffected during this time. At 1130 that same day, with the assistance of the passing M/V Dunaiskiy-65, Sormovskiy-3053 was successfully refloated without any reports of damage or leaks. The incident highlights the importance of navigation safety on one of Europe's longest rivers. Stay informed with updates from the Maritime Bulletin at http://www.odin.tc.