Working Conditions Aboard the Volga-4007

On the morning of November 16, 2020, the cargo vessel 'Volga-4007', which was transporting wheat from Samsun to Azov, encountered a significant incident on the Don River. The vessel collided with the port side of the m/v 'Mezhdurechensk', which was currently unloaded, approximately two miles from the port city of Azov. Preliminary investigations suggest that pilot error on the 'Volga-4007' led to this unfortunate collision. Fortunately, there were no injuries reported and no environmental pollution resulting from the collision. Authorities are currently assessing the extent of the damage caused by this maritime mishap.

The freighter Volga-4007, which had grounded on the Don River on December 13, has been successfully refloated following comprehensive underwater inspections conducted by divers. A dedicated tugboat and a specialized technical team were dispatched to the location to provide essential support during the operation. On the afternoon of December 18, the vessel was freed from its grounding position and safely towed to a secure area. Following the incident, thorough internal and external damage assessments were performed by both the crew and an appointed surveyor. After completing all necessary evaluations, the Volga-4007 was granted permission to depart and set sail from Azov on December 19 at 2 p.m. The vessel's next destination is Samsun, with an estimated time of arrival scheduled for December 23.

On December 12, 2019, the cargo vessel 'Volga 4007' encountered difficulties while departing from the Port of Azov in the Don estuary. The ship, which was carrying 5,000 tons of wheat, ran aground due to a significant drop in water levels caused by intense offshore winds. Despite efforts made with tugboat assistance to refloat the vessel, it remained stuck at its position of 47° 7.63' N 039° 21.27' E as of 14:00 UTC on December 13. The incident highlights the challenges that changing weather conditions can pose to maritime operations in the region.