Explosion and ammonia leak from a tanker in Russia

An explosion occurred aboard the Greek-owned LPG tanker Eco Wizard during loading operations in the Russian port of Ust-Luga (Leningrad region). The blast resulted in an ammonia leak that temporarily suspended the port’s operability, placing the local authorities on full alert. Russian sources confirm that no one has been injured and that the ship has been completely evacuated. Investigations are ongoing to assess the actual damage and understand the real causes of the incident. It is the sixth ship related to Russia that has suffered suspicious explosions this year, raising concerns about the ongoing geopolitical tensions.