Reviews & Ratings for the Turbo-sm

On July 10, 2026, the cargo vessel 'Turbo SM', staffed entirely by an Azerbaijanian crew, sustained significant damage following a Ukrainian drone strike in the Azov Sea. The assault resulted in severe impacts to the ship’s bow and upper structure, while the stern rudder was completely severed. Fortunately, all crew members, including the captain and his assistants, reported no injuries. Thick clouds of smoke were observed rising from the vicinity of the damaged ship, prompting concerns about the extent of the destruction and potential casualties, though these details remain unverified. The 'Turbo SM' is operated by Aressa Shipping Ltd., and it was previously known as 'Baltiyskiy-103'. This vessel gained notoriety in 2020 when it was apprehended in a major law enforcement operation in Aruba, where authorities discovered a substantial cocaine shipment intended for transport from Venezuela to Greece. The operation involved collaboration from police forces in the United Kingdom, the Netherlands, Montenegro, among others. Since being rebranded as 'Turbo SM' and registered under the Comoros flag, the vessel has primarily been involved in shipping routes across the Black and Mediterranean Seas. Its voyages have included not only legitimate ports in Russia, Greece, and Turkey but also illicit stops in Abkhazia and the Russian-occupied territory of Kerch. For further insight, related videos can be found at [YouTube](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=8NG2-t8Qd1Y) and [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/reel/DaqX0IxtGxC/).

The International Transport Workers' Federation (ITF) has flagged the vessel TURBO SM (IMO: 7612498) for abandonment, bringing attention to the plight of its crew. This incident highlights the ongoing issues faced by seafarers worldwide, as the TURBO SM, registered under the Comoros flag and currently docked at Zeytinburnu, Turkiye, has left its six crew members facing significant financial distress. Reportedly, these seafarers, hailing from Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, and Russia, are owed wages accumulated over the past five months. This distressing situation was officially reported to the ITF on April 1, 2025, and the case is currently classified as open. The ITF Seafarers abandonment list serves as a crucial resource in documenting such cases, underscoring the importance of safeguarding the rights of maritime workers globally. As the situation develops, the ITF continues to monitor and address the challenges faced by abandoned crews, advocating for just treatment and wage compensation.