What the Ship (Ep 113)| Maritime Revival | Russia | Seafarer Abandonment | Tankers | Containers

[@robbw7551]

I have no experience with shipping but I always find your videos very interesting and informative!

[@WhiteWolf65]

Agreed, the inconsistancies in the "stories" about the Ursa Major is telling. And an ROV from one of the Med countries that is handy would tell if they are lying. Look for the hole. Is it bent in or out. Easy peasy. I say they are lying, it was maintenance. My dad was over in USSR before they dissolved, and said their stuff was poorly made & poorly maintained. 0 workmanship.

[@FreeSpeech-z6j]

FAR CANAL

[@Goldfinch23]

Same, my feed has become nothing but obscure content creators and subjects, whos comment section is a weath of knowledge from people who have been in tge industry for decades.

[@MarlonBrando420]

It’s part of having a well rounded opinion and listening to experts instead of talking heads. At least that’s why I watch

[@EpochNewsUS]

Maritime world's complexity is fascinating! Glad the content helps demystify global shipping's intricate dynamics. Keep exploring these untold stories!

[@bc-guy852]

Please don't apologize for a longer video Sal; I'll always make a bit more time available to enjoy MORE What The Ship! Always insightful and a wealth of information. Congratulations on exploding on KZbin and many other spots this year Sal - you deserve it. All The Best in 2025, Good Health above all!

[@torbenlarsen331]

As a seaman former engineer danish ship engineer, I can't tell the same story. Maersk Lines, Torm Lines, and Norden are all danish companies with a worldwide fleet. Maersk alone is the biggest container shipping company in the world, and I think Torm PLC has done good business in 24, with their specialised fleet. All these companies are over 130 years old so shipping is also about trust. If you need a company to ship and take care of valuable things and deliver right on time. These companies have refined their businesses over decades of years and their customers seem to keep using them. So US politicians can dream of shipping but are the taxpayers really ready to pay for it? In Denmark we used to have a shipyard in nearly every coastal city, but the politicians decided to stop subsidised them so now we only have 12 left and many of them are for smaller vessels. You do a splendid work cap.

[@Qce-i6d]

Woah. When I think Denmark, I always picture all the docks and ships, along with the usual tourist sites.

[@VladimirPutin-p3t]

US taxpayers are unwilling to make *any* investment into the future. Short term cost minimization is all we care about.

[@MarcosElMalo2]

Tariffs will pay for subsidies, not the tax payer. Didn’t you know that Trump tariffs are magical and don’t cause inflation because the price increases are never passed on to the consumer? Trump tariffs will pay for everything. It’s like free money. lol, just kidding. Obviously the above claims are pure nonsense. That said, subsidies in the form of tax breaks that create NEW economic activity are less of a tax burden than you might think. Federal and state governments are foregoing tax revenue that didn’t exist previously. So over the long term they aren’t really costing anything (hopefully), they might create eventual revenue (best case), or they might have a smaller cost but have other benefits that make the cost worthwhile. Put another way, it’s not a loss of revenue if that revenue wasn’t there to begin with. Granted, a lot depends on how the tax break is structured. I’m sure we can imagine scenarios were it all goes wrong and instead of growth, there is merely a shift of activity from existing ports. I haven’t read the legislation that was just passed. I guess Sal hasn’t had a chance to analyze it either because it got pushed through the House of Representatives so quickly.

[@Markle2k]

@@VladimirPutin-p3t And if you want a trigger word that works on the far-left and the far-right, it is “subsidized”. Frame your target as being subsidized and you can bypass all their cognitive functions. It doesn’t even matter if the subject does something that they would otherwise support. This is something that the Russian propaganda machine weaponizes constantly.

[@kimmogensen4888]

The channel seems to confuse building ships with having a lot of ships as being the same, Denmark has the biggest and many other big shipping companies but also what is called bunkering or ship service around the world so they can get fuel and whatever they need and port facilities to. But it’s not just Denmark most shipping capacity is owned by European companies. Denmark might not build the big ships anymore but we bye them from mostly South Korea, they can build ships at a decent quality to price ratio that is not possible in Denmark. It would be nice if it was possible but it’s not economically viable there is a reason why Denmark is so much more efficient and low debt then the US we usually don’t waste money on vanity projects

[@johns140]

I was a volunteer firefighter. Positive pressure SCBA have been standard since the late 1970’s, early 1980’s.

[@Popeye12340]

, I used the SCBA system while working at a water plant.

[@CoffeeAndPaul]

Russian lies ain't conforming to reality.

[@george2113]

​@@Popeye12340potable water or not so potable water?

[@bigun447]

@@Popeye12340 We had to wear them in training where we had to be in a pool. Positive pressure, while not great underwater gear, did provide breathing when we were in water over our heads. Getting out of the pool was the problem as our turnout gear and associated gear was waterlogged and very heavy.

[@normareed9007]

Thank you for another very informative vlog.

[@gtdcov]

Sal, the man voted most wanted to have a drink with.

[@chrisnegele6875]

Spent my whole career in the air cargo industry but I find this channel fascinating and since I retired a few weeks ago the longer the better I have the time now to watch!!

[@mariusj8542]

That comment hit me, I’ve have a 7m boat at the cabin, but I find this channel extremely interesting 😂

[@ehsnils]

I live in the middle of the Baltic and pay attention to everything that happens east of where I live.

[@Siempre1978]

@@ehsnils so who do you think blew up the NordStream Pipelines? Over 2 years and Finnish, Swedish and German investigations seem to have come to no conclusion.

[@george2113]

That would add one heck of an incentive

[@klausschwabshubris]

Any suggestions as to what is really going on in your area ? In your perspective.@ehsnils

[@ehsnils]

@@klausschwabshubris Russia want to pull away the attention and support from Ukraine and increase the influence over the Baltic states at the same time. Russia also want to control the Baltic sea in a way more like it was during the Soviet era. Basically re-establish the Soviet Union. At the moment Kaliningrad is more of a problem than an asset because it's hard to support. Only thing Kaliningrad is good for these days is as a forward base for intelligence and some aircraft. If you look at GPS interference it's quite strong around Kaliningrad just to mess things up a bit. That is my perspective on the matter.

[@John-mf6ky]

​@@ehsnils yup, shipping is very important for Russia. They've always been obsessed with warm water ports too. I'm sure they're even more interested in the Balkans after losing their port in Syria, which cuts them off from Libya and Africa. Not to mention they've always had a lot of support in the Balkans with places like Serbia and Bulgaria.

[@CricketsBay]

One thing to remember about the Russian ship, the Norwegian ship, and the Spanish Coastguard telling the Norwegian ship to stand down their lifeboats--you do NOT disobey the Spanish Coastguard--they will bring you up in charges, at the very least.

[@kurtvanluven9351]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/r4KueGmVZdKAnNE

[@zexusdexus4193]

Nobody expects the Spanish Coastguard!

[@VladimirStepanov-e6h]

Чистая вина капитана. Поступил не по морскому...

[@MarcosElMalo2]

Especially if the crew was out of imminent danger and safe in the lifeboats. If the Spanish Coastguard S & E vessels were underway and on their way, it would make sense to wait for them, even if the Spanish Coastguard hadn’t issued the order.

[@VladimirStepanov-e6h]

@@MarcosElMalo2 Who told you and everyone they were underway. Their reaction is truly appreciated, but it does not mean they brodcasting their intentions to some one else.

[@196cupcake]

On the Eagle S Seizure, maybe it's too obvious, but I think it worth mentioning that, normally, losing an anchor is probably going to get someone - probably several people - fired. It's expensive. They would never put someone in charge who would let that sort of thing happen, so that fact that they lost it is super sketchy on that account.

[@juhajuntunen7866]

Dropping anchor and cruiding around hundreds of kilometers seem to be new hobby at Baltic Sea. Bad thing that winter is mild and no thick ice there.

[@Chad.Friesen]

Jake Broe sent me over, I'm glad he did!

[@wgowshipping]

Thanks

[@andrewwashere9151]

​@wgowshipping I found you some weeks ago but yes I saw the Jack Broe shout out and pleased that others can publicly acknowledge industry and sector expertise when they see it.

[@jeffhedrich3551]

Jake Broe? Lmao. If there was ever somebody to not listen to…

[@ClemensKatzer]

@@andrewwashere9151 I fully agree.

[@andrewwashere9151]

​@jeffhedrich3551 So how many million$ have you raised for the defence of Ukraine against the war criminal Orcs??? Got nothing good to say? Scrolling on is free

[@azokalum]

Thank you for providing the links for further reading, much appreciated.

[@davidgoodnow269]

Agreed, there are so many channels that don't provide sources, or vet them!

[@george2113]

Sal Hardname is the real deal

[@MADHIKER777]

Every episode is facinating in what I know now is a vital industry that affects us all.

[@jasonariola6363]

You are a pretty informed individual , I will view this channel again

[@ronaldmorell9793]

super cool finding this channel ... thats my number 1 for this year

[@csexecutiveservices]

I found him nearly 1.5 years ago by accident and I've never looked back. Feel free to stick around I doubt you'll regret staying.

[@george2113]

Consider watching Gun Jesus on forgotten weapons

[@PlanetFrosty]

Professor Sal, it seems to me the USA helped China, SoKo and Japan become shipbuilding behemoths. Keep in mind Senator McConnell’s wife, and former Transportation Secretary, has family tied to China Shipping and Shipbuilding. She also has interest in these companies as does Mitch. The family from China also has a Ranch in Texas. Pretty interesting relationships.

[@VladimirPutin-p3t]

Are you suggesting Moscow Mitch might be slightly corrupt???? NOOOOO!!!!!!

[@andrewwashere9151]

Don't forget Xi Jinping's daughter lives legally in the US

[@SpookyEng1]

@@andrewwashere9151Because our government is inept and corrupt. Selling out to the CCP is a Washington pastime.

[@davidg3944]

We've got a historically unbalanced "fiscal interests" crew coming in with the new maladministration, I suspect the well-being of the rich will be of greater concern than for the hoi-palloi. Ship stakeholders will be just a small part of it.

[@Bob1934-l6d]

Great coverage. I questioned the reason the Long Shoremen gave over not having Automation. I had also looked at the inefficiency of American ports compared to the rest of the world. Your coverage brought to light that it is not as simple as that. American ports are doing a lot more than ports that are claimed to be highly efficient, but in reality are only handing off from one ship to another not loading trucks and trains.

[@karlbrundage7472]

The reason is simple: Every job that is lost to automation is another loss in Union dues.... The boss doesn't get to add more gold necklaces to his Mr. T starter-kit.......................

[@creativeandaliveat65]

I just listened to Finnish news about the damage caused by Eagle S. The investigators say that there is a drag mark of up to 100 km on the sea floor, made by the anchor of Eagle S. They found spying equipment onboard as well. The crew is co-operating with the criminal investigation by the Finnish police. The ship is anchored near Porvoo and the crew is not allowed off the vessel until the investigation is complete.

[@ceeinthesky1068]

They found spying equipment on board? How convenient lol.

[@humbug175]

That article is NATO State propaganda. This entire psyop is NATO scrambling to extend Russia on multiple fronts.

[@kabzaify]

What happened to the North Stream? Or you don't care to find out

[@iam5085]

The sailors of Eagle S tanker are whining already that a) they are out of food, b) ship's sewage/garbage waste tanks are full, c) crew is tired but they have been investigated, d) phones were taken away and so forth. But the vessel left Russia only couple of days ago :D Shipping company of the vessel (Caravelle) has hired a lawyer which is yelling 'Piracy!', lol.

[@pseudopetrus]

Same with Canada, we do have some ship building companies, but we really need more ships.

[@galeparker1067]

We also need Ports Police/ a lot more cargo surveillance.....😢🇨🇦

[@warrensteel9954]

​@@galeparker1067, I concur. We really need to start building our own ships and invest in border, port, and arctic security.

[@Qce-i6d]

You guys up north need more transport and highways too, right?

[@warrensteel9954]

@@Qce-i6d we certainly need some investment in our passenger rail system, that's for sure.

[@pseudopetrus]

@@Qce-i6d We need cheaper gas! Our carbon tax is killing us!

[@philiphecker3650]

Thanks for such a brilliant commentary on all facets of global shipping. I always look forward to the next edition. Well done 👏 👏👏👏

[@squidnoid8]

Top notch reportage as always. Your maritime expertise brings a level understanding to every video that is SORELY lacking in the modern journalistic landscape ! A very merry new year to you & yours ! !

[@AndyFletcherX31]

I guess it is possible that smoke got into the breathing equipment if the standard of maintenance of the emergency supplies was as bad as apparently the rest of the vessel. Of course it would be different if everything was properly maintained and used.

[@iiiSK8orDI3iii]

I'll bet my left arm that this was due to lack of maintenance and likely a subsequent breakdown of engine room equipment. A crankcase or pump fails, oil sprays onto the engines and combusts.

[@Charlie-Oooooo]

Sal we greatly appreciate all and any info you are able to collect and clearly present through your videos. You are a trusted, clear-minded voice for many of us, especially those of us who may NOT be tightly tied to the shipping industry, but who value your insights and opinions. Bravo Zulu sir!

[@wgowshipping]

Thanks Charlie!

[@josefontes3726]

I worked on a 800 ton tuna ship for many years so i really enjoy watching this

[@ingridseim1379]

I have to stop this video in the middle to thank you, Sal, for your heartfelt commitment to rank-and-file seafarers. I have nothing to do with this community, but I'm so grateful to you for the way you use your microphone to advocate for people less fortunate then you. Please don't let fame go to your head. Please keep advocating for the less fortunate. ❤❤❤

[@vincewiener254]

Appreciate the content Sal! Please help Mariners that are contracted with Shoei Kisen Kaisha that were complaining about quality of work/life on leased vessel for Evergreen. Poor pay & working conditions. Spreading the word on this channel, to raise awareness to possibly help these people. A mixed group of workers from the Philippines & China. Was told all crews that work for leasing company have the same issues on different vessels.. Thanks for reading

[@jackjosh1981]

As an English man when you showed that shipbuilding graph, I went from head high whistling rule brittania, to feeling terrible,

[@andrewspearey392]

Detailed and informative. Thanks Sal. You make it so interesting.

[@harrickvharrick3957]

I do not have a lot of knowledge on the subject, but it surprises me there is no intentional organization that represents seafaring crews and that provides a catchnet, a solution for situations of abandonment

[@AdStellae-]

13:56 Just to clarify, the ship is at the Svartbäck anchorage near Porvoo at this moment. According to the most recent YLE article, it is likely to be there for the next few months (with the crew on board) Thanks youtube for deleting my comment because I included the news report 🙄

[@georgek1234]

KZbin follows strict Russian bot commands... I've had many 1st level comments deleted.. it drives me nuts.

[@QALibrary]

Former President Jimmy Carter died Sunday afternoon at his home in Plains, Georgia - Things changed due to him being changed esp in trucking with his deregulation

[@pseudopetrus]

I love this channel!

[@larswhitt1549]

New subscriper and yes is excelent! Know nada about shipping but will learn much because the knowledge being spilled is humongous.

[@intercat4907]

Like many young Americans, my grandson has no role in landlocked America. I am, for the sake of those like him, passionate about rebuilding our Merchant Marine. Thanks for the heartening videos on the subject. HM2, USN, ret, disabled.

[@freshbarofsoap]

Terrific, as always!

[@RichPober]

Excellent investigative reporting and insights.

[@darrinmcgann]

As always, informative and interesting!

[@Popeye12340]

I was amazed to hear the crew of the Dalle that hit the France Key bridge was still being held.

[@allanwellings8422]

Thanks Sal - what I really like is that you don’t give up on a story just because it drops out of the headlines. Your insightful coverage of shipping puts the BBC to shame. Keep up the good work - wishing you a Happy New Year for 2025!

[@nascar20970]

Chaos will be starting in 3 weeks, we will have to wait and see who benefits.

[@SpookyEng1]

Please keep your TDS out of the comments.

[@moosesnWoop]

Sal, when does engine failure lead to a vessel going under? Even an internal engine explosion wouldn't sink a ship that fast unless it was taking on a lot of water..

[@ralphreg1]

As an Ex Seaman itt was good listening to someone who knows about the Sea, and like you I was ten years a Firefighter in the NSW fire Brigade.

[@wgowshipping]

Good on ya mate! Always great to have another mariner and firefighter on the channel

[@shirleygriffin7672]

Thanks for sharing today

[@skytechbits]

Happy New Year Sal. Thank you so much for all of your detailed information within the shipping world.

[@brucekaplan6124]

There was an abandoned tugboat in the Potomac River, just South of the Wilson Bridge (DC/MD line).

[@CoffeeAndPaul]

Wuuut

[@austinpace5071]

It made my heart smile when you pointed out the inconsistency with smoke entering the SCBA mask. That said, it wouldn’t surprise me if the seals were cracked or worn out with the previously noted safety deficiencies on-board.

[@John-mf6ky]

A video about how countries use different tactics and flags of convenience to skirt regulations, sanctions, embargos, etc would be really interesting! Russia, Iran, DPRK, etc. who would have thought global shipping us such an interesting topic. I have always loved geopolitics though. Actually considering getting seamanship at one point.

[@joefin5900]

Younger folks tend to forget that our world is capable of quickly building overcapacity in any class of ship for a variety of commercial markets. In the 1970s there were so many new tankers layed up in the fjords of Norway that it presented an environmental disaster. As the Moody Blues said, it's "A Question Of Balance". Happy new Year to all of you.

[@joefin5900]

Sal, the President of Panama's training is Maritime Law. You may want to invite him to your channel.

[@billing100]

One big usa problem is the lack of icebreakers. Russia and China control Arctic traffic and that is a security problem. Quick orders for ice breakers are needed.

[@2140BlackCreek]

One of the best classes on shipping ever! Happy New Year Sal and many more of them!

[@mikegallegos7]

Sal; Russian crude (Urals) is a medium crude but it is considered to contain/does contain high sulphur levels and so is considered sour. Sulphur is mitigated in processing so, less sulphur means more economical processing and more product to sell than as compared to sour. Sour requires more/longer processing to get the same product as is derived from sweet. So, sour derivatives cost more and results in less product per barrel than sweet. Thank you very much for your effort. You need to start an online🙂 merch store of flowered shirts and ball caps , in your spare time, of course ...

[@chetcalhoun613]

Great video Sal, thanks!

[@ulexite-tv]

You are doing great! Thank you.

[@nate10]

You the man Sal !!!

[@george2113]

He must have a large collection of tropical shirts

[@tomriley5790]

Just to point out that there wasn't a single drink in the whole of this episode, if this keeps up I'll start getting withrdrawl tremors after the recent ones!

[@kstaxman2]

Things just keep getting crazier and crazier. Thanks for all your hard work keeping us informed.

[@user-oi4tj4pp8q]

Your channel is truly unique in the quality of content and its moral compass

[@ane-louisestampe7939]

Seems like not only military vessels "need" to be escorted through the Baltic Sea. Now with their anchors being visible at ALL times!!

[@andrewsarantakes639]

Highly informative & important content. Keep up the great work on educating people on the absolute importance of shipping in the world.

[@OSGCourtWatch]

loved the video....

[@keithhigh7773]

Brit here. Re the russian ship detained/arrested in Finland (Eagle S ?). It was not some invisible person in some tin pot middle-eastern state that severed the undersea cable/s. It was one, or more, members of the crew. Likewise, using the alleged electronic spying equipment. The crew should not be treated as "poor innocent seafarers " but as potential criminals. And interrogated as such. If found to be cupable, the vessel should be seized, its cargo sold and the vessel scraped. Perhaps the rules of innocent paasage also need revising. Especially in the Baltic and Mediterranean seas.

[@davidgoodnow269]

The rules regarding innocent passage have needed revision for a very long time.

[@georgek1234]

Hear, hear, especially for ANY AND ALL Rusty Federation ships. Turning off ILS must also come with steeper fines... too many rusty federation cargo and oligarchy m/y's turn off ILS trying to hide their whereabouts.

[@solarpower3934]

هبطت الشرطة الفنلندية بطائرة مروحية على سطح ناقلة النفط الروسية بعد ساعات فقط من انقطاع التيار الكهربائي وتم إحتجاز السفينة لمجرد الشبة فقط اما الانفجارات الاربعة المهولة التي حدثت في شهر سبتمبر 2022 والتي دمرت خطوط أنابيب نورد ستريم 1 ونورد ستريم 2 في بحر البلطيق مازال الفاعل مجهول حتى اللحظة - فعلاُ الانظمة الحاكمة لدول الغرب الجماعي اشرار واولاد عاهرة - انا لا اعني الشعوب بل الانظمة الحاكمة

[@pvdppvdp6638]

@@georgek1234 Don't you mean AIS?

[@tealkerberus748]

Everyone on board is accessory to a crime. The only question left is which ones were in the know and which were ignorant of the crime they were helping commit.

[@douglaspierce8480]

Our Navy has suffered the decline of our own shipyards, plus the closure of most of our naval shipyards. The 11 carriers we have, because of extended refurbishment and repair only 2 or 3 can be deployed at a time, shrinking our power projection. This problem extends to other ships in the fleet as well. This won't be fixed overnight, and the politicians might fuck it up even worse.

[@joemancini2988]

Another excellent report, thanks Sal. The world is at war, this cannot be denied.

[@johnbrossack3791]

Great presentation on world shipping, thank you. Do you have any input on the Panama Canal, 1) low water levels that you have addressed earlier this year, 2) the president-elect saying that the Panama Canal is 'ripping-off' US carriers. I appreciate your insights and on worldwide maritime issues, and I hope you will address the Panama Canal issues.

[@wgowshipping]

I am coming out with a Shipping 101 video on Panama

[@SusanHughes-po1ds]

Enjoyed this very much. Things I never knew about shipping are fascinating!

[@teresamason8997]

Hi, first-time viewer that has long been fascinated by the 'system' of maritime shipping (ALL the details fascinate me). I'm so happy to have found your channel and will catch up and keep up with all you post. Thanks for what you do! Sincerely, shipping nerd-wannabe

[@wgowshipping]

Welcome aboard!

[@steverietz8912]

Outstanding video…

[@alabamatechwriter6959]

MERCHANT MARINER : Have you created a video about your perspective on becoming a merchant mariner? how to join? union v. non-union? civilian v. military sea lift command ? joining early in life and later in life? etc . . . And if not, would you consider making one or more videos on the subject? . . . I regularly watch several channels on this subject but I am interested in your ideas too.

[@davidgoodnow269]

He has made LOTS of videos on each of those subjects! If those are your interests, you have a lot to watch on this channel!

[@alabamatechwriter6959]

@@davidgoodnow269 Thanks!

[@davidwhiteford4936]

Great episode! Succinct and encompassing reporting, the best editorialized overview perspective of the subject matter. Keep kickin' ass in '25 Sal. You've created a general awareness for many people that did not exist prior to your channel; a working knowledge among the public that is essential to the strategic health of the US and our allies! Thank you.

[@williamhart8974]

Sal, don't worry about the length, I listen at 1.5 speed. 🙂

[@MondstaubMusik]

I was checking it out on AIS and there are a ton of russian flagged tankers and carriers that hover around the gulf of Finland. One finnish coast guard ship is there too. Is that a usual spot for these tankers to wait for unload?

[@davidgoodnow269]

Just look at the same region by the same means and scan back by day to this day last year and the year before.

[@aritakalo8011]

Yes, since St. Petersburg is at the end of it. Its a major Russian shipping hub, shipyard and naval base. It has many major ports in and around it at the Russian end of the gulf. Most relevantly at Ust-Lunga on the south coast of Gulf near Estonian border Russians have a large oil export harbor. However they aren't most likely waiting to unload, rather waiting at anchoring for their turn to the pier side to load Russian oil for export. Russians have little need to import oil. Unless it is intra Russian transit say from the Arctic oil fields with no pipeline being brought in to the refineries. So yes, Gulf of Finland is always full of Russian flagged vessels or foreign vessels enroute to or leaving from St. Petersburg.

[@davidgamble6152]

Love the channel since seeing it on jake broe's ukraine update . Subscribed now 😊 another way of seeing how the world operates and the concerns it has and brings to markets and conflicts. Im hooked now

[@skippy9659]

Same.

[@hotttt28]

Happy new year buddy

[@fangugel3812]

Thanks for the information that I get only from you. Happy new year.

[@kp6215]

Thank you SAL 👍

[@Ana_Mystik]

Thank you, Sal, you rock as always. Happy New Year wishes to you and all your family. Love out from the UK 🇬🇧

[@DianeLee999]

Excellent coverage! Really enjoying your knowledgeable take on current events. 👍

[@MattBellzminion]

I suspect that if you and, say, Peter Zeihan were to debate each other on the Jones Act, you'd emerge the hands-down winner.

[@wgowshipping]

Wow...thanks!

[@jblob5764]

What a time to own a cable laying vessel though

[@iam5085]

Indeed, Finns have had to order that ship every other month, due to Russian aggression.

[@sierracharlie7293]

Number 1 !

[@robertricketts5467]

Im never disappointed in your content,always come away having learned somthing of value about shipping.Many thanks,have a safe,happy and healthy Nee Year.

[@dotmurphy7279]

Thanks Sal, appreciate what you do to keep us informed.

[@bigcity2085]

Jake Broe is sending his You tube army to your channel (I've been here a while).

[@EscapeePrisoner]

You're a legend Sal. Thank you.

[@JohnGeorgeBauerBuis]

It would make sense that these ships should need to provide proof of sufficient insurance or post a bond to transit Baltic territorial waters when they can cause this kind of damage.

[@brian13105]

As a resident of this planet for 73 years there is one thing I have learned for sure " The Russians Never Lie " . ( Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha.)

[@proseforpoets]

There is an old Russian man in Moscow who believes the same thing about the USA. Funny, in’nit?

[@juhajuntunen7866]

​@@proseforpoetsThat balmed guy in glass coffin?

[@iam5085]

Everybody in Europe *knows* the power of Russian propaganda, it's funny how Russians bash USA when they have it spades worse in Russia.

[@brian13105]

@@proseforpoets Yeh , except I am neither a citizen nor a resident of the U.S.A.

[@howardsimpson489]

Thank you Sal from NZ.

[@ralphreg1]

I was a Australian Merchant Seaman, when we had a Merchant Fleet, we were in Western Australian Port, while driving back to our Ship, in a car we borrowed of the Wharfies, we picked up three Africans hitchhiking, it turned out they were crew of a Greek Ship in Port next to us, we went onboard, the British Officers didn't want us onboard, we played the Union card and got onboard and found the filthy conditions these men were living in, low quality food, long working hours and poor pay, but what turned this into a Union issue was this Ship was carry cargo on the Australian coast which was illegal, so long story short, we blocked the Ship sailing until the Crew were paid Australian rate of pay and hard lying pay for the conditions for the time they were in Australian Waters, which turned out substantial. , it worked out for this Crew, we also threatened the company which had several Ships operating to Australia, that if the Crew were penalised in anyway we would black ban all the companies Ships. Big companies around the World employing poorly train, if trained at all Crews from third world Countries and exploiting them, the Qualifications of the Officers on some of these Ships are also doubtful, but greed has won and these dangerously operated Ships ply the world trade.

[@nedaustin5690]

Good work Sal, thanks. Regarding the Finland-Baltic incident, it might be an interesting story to report how the Finns found the lost anchor apparently at the site of the damaged cable, probably using some high tech hydrographic/side-side scan/underwater camera technology. The graphics for this would be fascinating.

[@stevendaugherty7590]

Sal, thank you very much for your very informative videos on shipping. I know very little about this industry, which I find very interesting. So, I appreciate the education that I'm getting from your presentations!!!

[@AEFisch]

At some point could you address for people like me how/why ships are flagged in fringe countries? You wouldn't domicile your bank in any of them, nor other businesses? Cook islands is barely a country. Part of the Seafarer issue? Clean fuel?

[@Ijustworkherem8]

Appreciate it all the same. Thanks Sal!

[@lordinquis8r679]

Thanks, Sal!

[@TheVigilant109]

Great recap Sal. Best wishes

[@stevecrombie5357]

Thanks Sal. Happy New Year.

[@mark1sown]

You bet 😊❤🎉 nice work Sal

[@FloydMaxwell]

* Acrid - sharp and harsh or unpleasantly pungent in taste or odor, or deeply or violently bitter. Love your videos

[@CoffeeAndPaul]

The Russians can be quite literative when they lie. Sadly, this is a dying trend as all the good writers have left.

[@edroth7612]

For historical context and documentation of ruzzian incompetence and the economic acidity of ruzzian graft, please consider Hedrick Smith's book, "The Russians} (1976). What was described then is even more true now. . . .Although, at the time Smith expressed in the book that the ruzzian/soviet military industry was not allowed to be touched by graft, an assumption that present day use of ruzzian military equipment shows to be beneath shoddy.

[@blindbob4115]

Brilliant channel ❤❤❤