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A Russian vessel identified as the 'Tiksy' has raised eyebrows while sailing at an almost standstill off the coast of Southwest Norway. The ship, which has been traveling at less than one knot, was located approximately 40 kilometers southwest of Åna-Sira on January 24, 2026. Having departed from Arkhangelsk on January 14, the 'Tiksy' was originally en route to St. Petersburg. However, after entering Jæren in the early morning hours, the vessel's speed during the night remained significantly low—peaking at a mere two knots. Speculation regarding the ship's slow movement ranges from potential mechanical issues to changes in mission objectives. There is also concern that the 'Tiksy' may be evading potential detainment by French or American naval forces, or possibly engaged in intelligence-gathering activities. On February 1, the vessel executed a U-turn, changing its course towards Kaliningrad, where it ultimately arrived on February 5. Notably, the 'Tiksy' and its owner, TK Northern Project LLC, were sanctioned by the U.S. government in May 2022 due to their involvement in transporting arms to Russia. This ongoing scrutiny emphasizes the geopolitical tension surrounding Russian maritime activities.

On September 18, 2018, at 7:13 a.m., the cargo vessel 'Tiksy' encountered a significant engine malfunction while navigating calm seas off the coast of Senja, roughly 50 miles north of Andøya. The vessel was on its journey from Arkhangelsk to Alexandria when a turbo began to emit smoke, leading to a complete loss of propulsion. After the crew's attempts to resolve the mechanical issue failed, the ship drifted helplessly. On September 20, a towing arrangement was finalized, with the 'Tiksy' only capable of moving at a sluggish pace of two knots due to the compromised turbo system. By the evening, the tugboats 'Stone' (IMO: 6917516) and 'Borg Mini' (MMSI: 257455900) responded to the emergency, assisting in steering the stricken vessel towards Tromsø. Despite the unexpected delay, the 'Tiksy' successfully departed from Tromsø-Breivika on October 2 at 4:40 p.m., continuing its voyage to Alexandria, which is now expected on October 15.