Russia Maritime Watch
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Independent maritime intelligence on Russia's naval and commercial fleets. Providing strategic insights, movement tracking, and predictive OSINT reporting.
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**OSINT Report:**
The cargo vessel *S. Kuznetsov* left Tartus after a three-day stop, originally bound for Novorossiysk by November 16. Recent AIS data shows an **anomalous track**, suggesting a possible change of orders or a decision to **avoid the Black Sea**. @claudialanz.bsky.social
The cargo vessel *S. Kuznetsov* left Tartus after a three-day stop, originally bound for Novorossiysk by November 16. Recent AIS data shows an **anomalous track**, suggesting a possible change of orders or a decision to **avoid the Black Sea**. @claudialanz.bsky.social
November 13, 2025 at 8:42 PM
**OSINT Report:**
The cargo vessel *S. Kuznetsov* left Tartus after a three-day stop, originally bound for Novorossiysk by November 16. Recent AIS data shows an **anomalous track**, suggesting a possible change of orders or a decision to **avoid the Black Sea**. @claudialanz.bsky.social
The cargo vessel *S. Kuznetsov* left Tartus after a three-day stop, originally bound for Novorossiysk by November 16. Recent AIS data shows an **anomalous track**, suggesting a possible change of orders or a decision to **avoid the Black Sea**. @claudialanz.bsky.social
OSINT Update:
The Russian Ro-Ro cargo ship LADY MARIIA (IMO 9220641), previously reported arriving at Oran after a two-day stop north of Port Said and recent calls in Indian ports, is currently located south of Málaga—likely awaiting improved weather conditions.
The Russian Ro-Ro cargo ship LADY MARIIA (IMO 9220641), previously reported arriving at Oran after a two-day stop north of Port Said and recent calls in Indian ports, is currently located south of Málaga—likely awaiting improved weather conditions.
November 13, 2025 at 8:31 PM
OSINT Update:
The Russian Ro-Ro cargo ship LADY MARIIA (IMO 9220641), previously reported arriving at Oran after a two-day stop north of Port Said and recent calls in Indian ports, is currently located south of Málaga—likely awaiting improved weather conditions.
The Russian Ro-Ro cargo ship LADY MARIIA (IMO 9220641), previously reported arriving at Oran after a two-day stop north of Port Said and recent calls in Indian ports, is currently located south of Málaga—likely awaiting improved weather conditions.
The cargo ship S. Kuznetsov, after a three-day stop in the commercial port of Tartus, has now left the area and appears to be heading toward the Black Sea. Its exact destination remains unclear for the moment.
November 12, 2025 at 6:05 AM
The cargo ship S. Kuznetsov, after a three-day stop in the commercial port of Tartus, has now left the area and appears to be heading toward the Black Sea. Its exact destination remains unclear for the moment.
Cargo vessel LADY D (DWT 12,737 t) is moving east through the Mediterranean. Draft rose from 6.0 to 6.5 m, suggesting about 800 t added weight from loading. Recent calls at Kochi, Mumbai, and Chennai (Jun–Jul 2025) indicate active Indian port links. Current course suggests possible Suez transit
November 11, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Cargo vessel LADY D (DWT 12,737 t) is moving east through the Mediterranean. Draft rose from 6.0 to 6.5 m, suggesting about 800 t added weight from loading. Recent calls at Kochi, Mumbai, and Chennai (Jun–Jul 2025) indicate active Indian port links. Current course suggests possible Suez transit
November 8, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Russian Ro-Ro LADY MARIIA, after calls in India and a short refuelling stop near Port Said, has arrived in Oran where the Russian freighter ADLER—linked to alleged illicit transport—is also docked. It’s unclear whether LADY MARIIA will go to the commercial port or the Mers el-Kebir naval base.
November 7, 2025 at 9:15 PM
Russian Ro-Ro LADY MARIIA, after calls in India and a short refuelling stop near Port Said, has arrived in Oran where the Russian freighter ADLER—linked to alleged illicit transport—is also docked. It’s unclear whether LADY MARIIA will go to the commercial port or the Mers el-Kebir naval base.
Russian YANTAR (IMO 7524419) was observed on Nov 2, 2025, just outside Belgian territorial waters. The vessel was positioned close to the Atlantic Crossing‑1 (AC‑1) and IOEMA Fibre submarine cable corridors, consistent with previous patterns of cable monitoring activity attributed to this platform.
November 5, 2025 at 2:12 PM
Russian YANTAR (IMO 7524419) was observed on Nov 2, 2025, just outside Belgian territorial waters. The vessel was positioned close to the Atlantic Crossing‑1 (AC‑1) and IOEMA Fibre submarine cable corridors, consistent with previous patterns of cable monitoring activity attributed to this platform.
The Danish warship P520 is tracking the Russian vessels Stoiky (545) and Yelna en route to the Mediterranean. Their movement may signal a rotation or reinforcement of Russia’s naval assets currently operating in the region.
November 3, 2025 at 10:34 AM
The Danish warship P520 is tracking the Russian vessels Stoiky (545) and Yelna en route to the Mediterranean. Their movement may signal a rotation or reinforcement of Russia’s naval assets currently operating in the region.
The Russian cargo ship *LADY D* (IMO 9349289) has left St. Petersburg and is exiting the Baltic Sea toward the North Sea and Gibraltar. At 9.5 knots, it should reach Gibraltar around November 13–14, likely en route to India, possibly stopping in Oran.
October 30, 2025 at 9:12 PM
The Russian cargo ship *LADY D* (IMO 9349289) has left St. Petersburg and is exiting the Baltic Sea toward the North Sea and Gibraltar. At 9.5 knots, it should reach Gibraltar around November 13–14, likely en route to India, possibly stopping in Oran.
🛳️ The Russian Ro-Ro cargo ship LADY MARIIA (IMO 9220641), after recent calls in Indian ports and a 2-day stop at Port Said—likely for ship-to-ship refueling—is now sailing through the East Mediterranean at 8.3 knots. Destination: the Baltic, ETA Nov 20.
October 30, 2025 at 8:16 PM
🛳️ The Russian Ro-Ro cargo ship LADY MARIIA (IMO 9220641), after recent calls in Indian ports and a 2-day stop at Port Said—likely for ship-to-ship refueling—is now sailing through the East Mediterranean at 8.3 knots. Destination: the Baltic, ETA Nov 20.
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The Russian cargo ship MAIA-1 briefly stopped in Murmansk on Oct 23 after a voyage through the Mediterranean and Suez. Now in the North Sea, its upcoming passage to the Baltic via the Danish Straits will be closely watched by NATO forces. @spectrecrouton.bsky.social @claudialanz.bsky.social
October 28, 2025 at 1:18 PM
The Russian cargo ship MAIA-1 briefly stopped in Murmansk on Oct 23 after a voyage through the Mediterranean and Suez. Now in the North Sea, its upcoming passage to the Baltic via the Danish Straits will be closely watched by NATO forces. @spectrecrouton.bsky.social @claudialanz.bsky.social
Russian cargo vessel LAUGA (IMO 9111060) last reported inland Russia en route to St. Petersburg. Earlier showed suspicious movements in the Mediterranean, near the Ionian Sea and Gibraltar. Current track suggests possible Black Sea or Caspian destination via inland routes.
October 28, 2025 at 8:20 AM
Russian cargo vessel LAUGA (IMO 9111060) last reported inland Russia en route to St. Petersburg. Earlier showed suspicious movements in the Mediterranean, near the Ionian Sea and Gibraltar. Current track suggests possible Black Sea or Caspian destination via inland routes.
North Sea Update 🌊
AIS data shows Danish warship P520 (MMSI 220431000) sailing at 11.9 kts near Russian tug RN NEPTUNE (IMO 1090351), currently en route to Murmansk at 4.3 kts, ETA Nov 4.
Their close proximity in the North Sea warrants attention amid ongoing NATO–Russia maritime dynamics.
AIS data shows Danish warship P520 (MMSI 220431000) sailing at 11.9 kts near Russian tug RN NEPTUNE (IMO 1090351), currently en route to Murmansk at 4.3 kts, ETA Nov 4.
Their close proximity in the North Sea warrants attention amid ongoing NATO–Russia maritime dynamics.
October 27, 2025 at 8:00 PM
North Sea Update 🌊
AIS data shows Danish warship P520 (MMSI 220431000) sailing at 11.9 kts near Russian tug RN NEPTUNE (IMO 1090351), currently en route to Murmansk at 4.3 kts, ETA Nov 4.
Their close proximity in the North Sea warrants attention amid ongoing NATO–Russia maritime dynamics.
AIS data shows Danish warship P520 (MMSI 220431000) sailing at 11.9 kts near Russian tug RN NEPTUNE (IMO 1090351), currently en route to Murmansk at 4.3 kts, ETA Nov 4.
Their close proximity in the North Sea warrants attention amid ongoing NATO–Russia maritime dynamics.
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October 26, 2025 at 1:38 PM
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RF Baltic Fleet Vishnya-class intelligence collection ship Vasiliy Tatishchev departed Baltiysk during early evening hours on 22 October and conducted northbound transit of the Sound today
- previous 2025 deployments: 5 June-4 July; 3 June-10 July; 18-29 August
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- previous 2025 deployments: 5 June-4 July; 3 June-10 July; 18-29 August
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October 24, 2025 at 2:00 PM
RF Baltic Fleet Vishnya-class intelligence collection ship Vasiliy Tatishchev departed Baltiysk during early evening hours on 22 October and conducted northbound transit of the Sound today
- previous 2025 deployments: 5 June-4 July; 3 June-10 July; 18-29 August
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- previous 2025 deployments: 5 June-4 July; 3 June-10 July; 18-29 August
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RN NEPTUNE is currently sailing through the Baltic Sea en route to Murmansk, Russia, at a steady 7.8 knots. Built in 2025 and flying the Russian flag, the tug is expected to arrive on November 4 at 10:00, continuing its northbound passage toward the Barents region in the coming days.
October 25, 2025 at 3:40 PM
RN NEPTUNE is currently sailing through the Baltic Sea en route to Murmansk, Russia, at a steady 7.8 knots. Built in 2025 and flying the Russian flag, the tug is expected to arrive on November 4 at 10:00, continuing its northbound passage toward the Barents region in the coming days.
Vessel Watch | DIANA (IMO 9358058)
The Russian cargo ship made brief stops at Mers el Kebir and Algiers before heading to Port Said.
Such short, non-commercial calls point to possible personnel or material transfers between Russia and Algeria. @claudialanz.bsky.social
The Russian cargo ship made brief stops at Mers el Kebir and Algiers before heading to Port Said.
Such short, non-commercial calls point to possible personnel or material transfers between Russia and Algeria. @claudialanz.bsky.social
October 25, 2025 at 1:40 PM
Vessel Watch | DIANA (IMO 9358058)
The Russian cargo ship made brief stops at Mers el Kebir and Algiers before heading to Port Said.
Such short, non-commercial calls point to possible personnel or material transfers between Russia and Algeria. @claudialanz.bsky.social
The Russian cargo ship made brief stops at Mers el Kebir and Algiers before heading to Port Said.
Such short, non-commercial calls point to possible personnel or material transfers between Russia and Algeria. @claudialanz.bsky.social
Container ship AYA 1 (Panama flag) departed Port Raysut, Oman on 16 Oct 2025 and is en route to Benghazi, Libya, ETA 29 Oct 2025. Currently transiting the Red Sea at 7.7 knots.
The destination port, under LNA (Haftar) control, suggests a possible transfer of material or supplies to LNA-held areas.
The destination port, under LNA (Haftar) control, suggests a possible transfer of material or supplies to LNA-held areas.
October 24, 2025 at 8:27 PM
Container ship AYA 1 (Panama flag) departed Port Raysut, Oman on 16 Oct 2025 and is en route to Benghazi, Libya, ETA 29 Oct 2025. Currently transiting the Red Sea at 7.7 knots.
The destination port, under LNA (Haftar) control, suggests a possible transfer of material or supplies to LNA-held areas.
The destination port, under LNA (Haftar) control, suggests a possible transfer of material or supplies to LNA-held areas.
The Russian cargo vessel *DIANA* (IMO 9358058) made an unusually brief 1.5-hour stop at the Algerian naval base in Mers el Kebir before continuing east. Departing from Saint Petersburg, the short stay suggests a possible personnel or logistical transfer rather than routine cargo operations.
October 24, 2025 at 7:57 PM
The Russian cargo vessel *DIANA* (IMO 9358058) made an unusually brief 1.5-hour stop at the Algerian naval base in Mers el Kebir before continuing east. Departing from Saint Petersburg, the short stay suggests a possible personnel or logistical transfer rather than routine cargo operations.
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International waters = The Russians operate there legally, even if one doesn't like it or seems suspicious because it's outside of previous patterns.
Many of the choke points here had close to permanent presence of Warsaw Pact ships, predominantly AGIs, for most of the Cold War.
Many of the choke points here had close to permanent presence of Warsaw Pact ships, predominantly AGIs, for most of the Cold War.
October 24, 2025 at 1:26 PM
International waters = The Russians operate there legally, even if one doesn't like it or seems suspicious because it's outside of previous patterns.
Many of the choke points here had close to permanent presence of Warsaw Pact ships, predominantly AGIs, for most of the Cold War.
Many of the choke points here had close to permanent presence of Warsaw Pact ships, predominantly AGIs, for most of the Cold War.
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The Baltic Fleet Ropucha-class LST Aleksandr Shabalin gets some attention and the ship is operating in a rather strange way for being a Ropucha
But, before making bold statemens, one must recognize the peculiarities of the territorial water limits between Rügen and Skagen
But, before making bold statemens, one must recognize the peculiarities of the territorial water limits between Rügen and Skagen
October 24, 2025 at 1:26 PM
The Baltic Fleet Ropucha-class LST Aleksandr Shabalin gets some attention and the ship is operating in a rather strange way for being a Ropucha
But, before making bold statemens, one must recognize the peculiarities of the territorial water limits between Rügen and Skagen
But, before making bold statemens, one must recognize the peculiarities of the territorial water limits between Rügen and Skagen
🇷🇺 The Russian landing ship *Aleksandr Shabalin* has anchored near Germany’s Baltic coast, blocking part of the Fehmarn Belt corridor. While outside German waters, its position disrupts traffic — a clear act of maritime signalling testing NATO response.
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Russian Landing Ship Aleksandr Shabalin Blocks Shipping Route Near Germany - Militarnyi
The Russian Baltic Fleet’s large landing ship Aleksandr Shabalin anchored near the entrance to Lübeck Bay, close to the German coast
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October 24, 2025 at 12:36 PM
🇷🇺 The Russian landing ship *Aleksandr Shabalin* has anchored near Germany’s Baltic coast, blocking part of the Fehmarn Belt corridor. While outside German waters, its position disrupts traffic — a clear act of maritime signalling testing NATO response.
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