Underwater investigations into the Balticconnector gas pipeline emergency in the Gulf of Finland continue. This was reported by the press service of the Finnish Navy (Navy).
“Underwater research in the Gulf of Finland continues,” the publication says.
According to the ministry, the Halli oil recovery ship is supporting the Central Criminal Police and Border Guard in the emergency investigation. Additionally, the mine countermeasure ship HMC Purunpää changed its position to support Estonia in the investigation of the case.
Previously reportedIt was stated that the container ship Newnew Polar Bear, owned by the People’s Republic of China and flying the Hong Kong flag, was near the Estonia-Finland Baltic connection gas pipeline when it leaked on October 8. At the same time, Estonian media had previously stated that not far from the crash site, among several ships, was the Russian oil ore ship “SGV Flot”. According to Postimees, the Chinese container ship Newnew Polar Bear was closer to the gas pipeline site.
Previously Russian President Vladimir Putin Reacted To reports about the possible involvement of the Russian Federation in the emergency on the Finnish gas pipeline.