October 28th 2024.
A massive Russian cargo ship, known as the "floating bomb," has been granted permission to dock in the port of Yarmouth today. This ship, nicknamed the Ruby, has been denied entry by multiple countries due to its dangerous cargo of 20,000 tonnes of explosive material, which is more than seven times the amount that caused the devastating explosion in Beirut last year.
The Ruby has been causing quite a stir since it was first spotted near the coast of Kent in September. It had been forced to leave the port of Tromso in Norway, where it had initially sought shelter from a storm, after concerns were raised about its deadly cargo. Since then, it has been denied entry at various ports throughout Europe and was recently seen anchored off Margate in Kent.
This cargo ship was originally bound for Malta and had loaded up with the explosive ammonium nitrate in a port in northern Russia before making a stop in the Canary Islands. The amount of explosive material it is carrying is more than seven times larger than what caused the catastrophic explosion in Beirut, which claimed 218 lives.
Despite the concerns surrounding the Ruby, the UK Government and the Department for Transport have approved its entry into UK waters, as reported by maritime publication gCaptain. Sir Roger Gale, MP for Herne Bay and Sandwich, has also reassured his constituents that the cargo is safe, stating that he believes there is no threat to their security.
He further explained that the ship is carrying class 2 ammonium nitrate, which is safe and was originally intended for Africa. He also clarified that no international laws or sanctions have been broken, as the ship is neither owned nor flagged by Russia.
Although the Ruby sustained some damage during the storm that led it to seek refuge in Norway, it is still seaworthy. However, repairs to its propeller, hull, and rudder can only be carried out once its cargo is unloaded.
According to Newsweek, the ship was instructed to leave Tromso after concerns grew among locals about its dangerous cargo. This caused worry among residents, as the ship was anchored near a university campus, a hospital, and hundreds of homes.
In light of these events, Richard Goffin, Port Director for the Port of Great Yarmouth, has assured the public that the MV Ruby will be safely welcomed into the port and that all necessary safety protocols and regulations will be strictly adhered to. He also emphasized that the port takes its responsibilities seriously and works closely with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance.
In conclusion, the MV Ruby's journey may have faced some challenges, but with the cooperation of the UK Government and the assurance of safety from authorities, it will continue on its journey after safely unloading its cargo at the port of Great Yarmouth.
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