MV Arvin

History
Name
  • Volgo-Balt 189 (1974–1997)
  • Arvin (1997–2021)
Owner
  • USSR (1974–1992)
  • White Sea & Onega Sg Co (1992–1997)
  • Delphin Maritime Co Ltd (1997–2009)
  • RE Sg & Trade Ltd (2009–2013)
  • Arvin Sg Ltd (2016–2021)
OperatorTesoro Marine LLC
Port of registry
  • USSR (1974–1992)
  • Malta (1992–2013)
  • Cambodia (2013–2016)
  • Malakai Harbor, Palau (2016–2021)
In service1974
Out of service2021
Identification
FateSank after breaking up in heavy seas
General characteristics
TypeGeneral cargo ship
Tonnage3,509 t
Displacement4,761 t
Length114 m (374 ft 0 in)
Beam13 m (42 ft 8 in)
Draught3.85 m (12 ft 8 in) (summer)
Installed power1,030 kW (1,380 hp)
PropulsionDiesel
Speed6.5 knots (12.0 km/h; 7.5 mph)
Capacity4,724 m3 (166,800 cu ft)
Crew12
Notes

MV Arvin was a Ukrainian bulk cargo ship that broke in two and sank in heavy seas off the coast of Bartın, Turkey, in 2021. A video of the ship breaking apart was posted on YouTube. Of the 12 crew members aboard, six survived the sinking. Three bodies were recovered, while the remaining three were reported missing and presumed dead.

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