Skip to main content

The "Ruby": A Cargo Ship Laden With Danger


A Maltese-flagged cargo ship named "Ruby" is causing concern off the coast of Kent, England. The vessel is carrying a massive amount of ammonium nitrate, a highly explosive fertilizer, roughly seven times the quantity that caused the devastating Beirut port explosion in 2020.

The Ruby's Journey and Current Status:

  • The ship departed Norway on Monday, seeking a port to unload its cargo and undergo repairs.
  • It seems to be headed towards Malta, but its course appears unusual.
  • The Ruby was previously denied entry into Norwegian and Danish waters due to safety fears.
  • It recently lost its tugboat, "Amber II," which left the vessel in a potentially precarious situation.
  • Three temporary safety certificates the ship held expired on September 25th, 2024.

Safety Concerns and Public Anxiousness:

  • Authorities are closely monitoring the Ruby's movements, especially given its damaged state and the explosive cargo onboard.
  • The lack of a tugboat and expired safety certificates raise questions about the ship's seaworthiness.
  • Social media users are expressing concern about the potential risks posed by the Ruby's presence near the Kent coast.


Unanswered Questions:

  • What is the Ruby's final destination, and why does its course appear unusual?
  • Will the ship be allowed to enter the Dover Strait and potentially reach the English Channel?
  • What actions will be taken to ensure the safety of the Ruby and surrounding areas?

The situation remains fluid, and further developments are expected.

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

  On the night of March 6, 2025, at 22:16 UTC, a crew member of the merchant vessel MV Ariadne fell overboard in the central Adriatic Sea, approximately 30 nautical miles off the Italian coast, at latitude 41°39'N and longitude 16°50'E. Current weather conditions in the area are favorable, aiding search and rescue operations. The Italian Coast Guard promptly initiated search operations, deploying naval units and helicopters to locate the missing mariner. All vessels transiting the area have been alerted and are requested to maintain vigilant watch, reporting any sightings to the National Maritime Rescue Coordination Center (IMRCC) in Rome. The Coast Guard commander emphasized the importance of collaboration among maritime units in emergencies like this, noting that swift intervention is crucial to increasing the chances of successful rescue operations. Search efforts will continue unabated until the missing mariner is found or until authorities deem it necessary to conclude ...
Post a Comment
Read more

Distress Alert: Sailing Vessel Kiliki Overdue and in Need of Assistance

UPDATE:  The crew members were rescued.
Post a Comment
Read more

The Dramatic Ordeal of M/V CHRISTINA DEBORA: From Mechanical Failure to Abandonment in the Mid-Atlantic

In June 2025, the standby safety vessel CHRISTINA DEBORA , 38.77 meters in length, experienced a maritime emergency that culminated in its abandonment in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean after drifting powerless for more than two weeks. The vessel had been sold and reflagged to Zanzibar either shortly before or just after leaving South Africa. The Beginning of the Crisis – June 8, 2025 The ordeal began on Sunday, June 8, when CHRISTINA DEBORA , navigating approximately 300 nautical miles northwest of St. Helena Island, suffered a major clutch failure, completely losing propulsion. Seven crew members were onboard at the time. The distress call was officially reported by MRCC NATAL on June 11: the vessel was adrift and urgently required clutch repair parts as well as potable water. Captain Victor managed to contact Johnny Clingham, the administrator of the Facebook group “St Helena’s Talk Group,” who verified the authenticity of the request and informed the wider maritime community. ...
2 comments
Read more