Tag: Norwegian cargo ship
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Lessons from the Vezhen Incident: Enhancing Maritime Infrastructure Safety and Security in the Baltic Sea
The Vezhen Incident: Lessons for Maritime Infrastructure Safety and Security Investigation Details The Vezhen Incident, which occurred in January 2025, involved the seizure of the Maltese-flagged, Bulgarian-owned tanker Vezhen by Swedish authorities. The incident was linked to the damage of an underwater fiber optic cable between Latvia and Sweden in the Baltic Sea. This section…
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“Baltic Sea Cable Cut: Accidental Damage Exposes Regional Vulnerabilities”
Sweden Says Ship Broke Baltic Sea Cable by Accident Incident Overview On January 26, 2025, the cargo ship Vezhen, sailing under the Maltese flag, encountered severe weather conditions in the Baltic Sea. En route from Sweden to Latvia, the vessel accidentally dropped its anchor, severing a critical subsea cable that connects the two countries. Initial…
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Unraveling the Silver Dania Incident: Maritime Security and Regional Implications in the Baltic Sea
Edited Article The recent incident involving the Norwegian cargo ship Silver Dania, initially suspected of damaging a Baltic Sea telecoms cable, has sparked significant interest and debate. This article delves into the details of the incident, the subsequent investigation, and the broader regional implications. The Silver Dania, crewed entirely by Russians, was seized at the…