The Russian tall ship and second world’s largest one “Kruzenshtern” completed its friendly visit to Agadir that took place from September 9 to 12, as part of its Great African Expedition. The ship is now heading towards its homeport in Kaliningrad.
Captain Mikhail Yeremchenko described the visit as highly successful and conducted in a friendly atmosphere. Agadir port authorities provided full support, ensuring the safety and smooth conduct of onboard activities and city visits for the Russian cadets.
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During the visit, “Kruzenshtern” was welcomed by local officials, including Fouad Ben Alali, President of the Agadir Fisheries Chamber; Mohamed Khmamou, Director of the Higher Institute of Fisheries Sciences (ISPM) in Agadir; and the High Commissioner of “Salon Halieutis,” Africa’s largest fisheries exhibition.
M.D. Tarasov, head of the Russian Federal Agency for Fisheries in Morocco, noted productive meetings with Moroccan representatives. Discussions included the potential for “Kruzenshtern” to return for the “Halieutis” exhibition in early 2025.
Tarasov suggested integrating the visit into the official program of the exhibition.
The visit featured a ceremonial reception on September 11, attended by Vladimir Baybakov, the Russian Ambassador to Morocco.
The event included a formal ship inspection and a performance by children from the “Soyuz” theater studio, with Captain Yeremchenko presenting them with souvenirs.
On September 12, around 40 cadets from Russian universities, currently onboard “Kruzenshtern” for practical training, visited ISPM.
The cadets, guided by the Russian House in Rabat, explored the institute’s facilities and engaged with Moroccan students and faculty.
Currently, over 130 cadets from Russian maritime institutions, including the Kaliningrad Maritime Industry College, Kerch State Maritime Technology University, Volga-Caspian Maritime Industry College, and Northern (Arctic) Federal University, are undergoing training on the ship.
The cadets are enhancing their skills in maritime operations and gaining experience in sailing and ocean navigation.
The “Kruzenshtern,” built in 1926, is a renowned training vessel for future sailors and engineers, part of Russia’s historic fleet of tall ships.