La-Datcha Ship Details and Seafarer Feedback

The luxury yacht 'La Datcha' faced a docking prohibition in Akureyri on March 21, 2026, stemming from sanctions imposed by the Icelandic government in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. This ban is particularly notable as it aligns with regulations that prevent vessels sailing under the Russian flag, which have altered their flag status since February 24, 2022, from navigating to ports within the EEA region. Investigations revealed that 'La Datcha' was registered under the Russian flag from April 2021 to September 2022. Consequently, the Icelandic Coast Guard notified the yacht's captain of the entry denial. The Coast Guard, in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, has been closely monitoring the situation, ensuring compliance with international sanctions. At the time of the decision, 'La Datcha' remained in Eyjafjörður waters, alongside the guard ship 'Freyja.' This yacht belongs to Oleg Tinkov, a former billionaire and founder of the Tinkoff online banking platform. For more detailed visuals and updates, visit: https://www.akureyri.net/is/frettir/snekkju-bannad-ad-leggjast-ad-bryggju.