Russian submarine Novorossiysk is leaking fuel in the Strait of Gibraltar

[Ng Cheh Hwang]

The Russian submarine Novorossiysk, part of the Black Sea fleet, is leaking fuel in the Strait of Gibraltar. It carries Kalibr cruise missiles. Its crew has no spare parts and no skilled repair team. Fuel is pooling in the hold. The only option left may be to dump it into the sea.

“The submarine has no spare parts for repairs or a qualified specialist crew to fix the issue.”

https://metro.co.uk/2025/09/27/russian-submarine-risk-explosion-european-waters-fuel-leak-24277167/

 

[Ng Cheh Hwang]

Russian Submarine Novorossiysk Incident: Analysis of the Fuel Leak Crisis and Its Implications​

https://impactpolicies.org/news/599...-of-the-fuel-leak-crisis-and-its-implications

The diesel-electric submarine, part of Russia's Black Sea Fleet, suffered a severe fuel system fault that caused fuel to leak directly into the vessel's bilge compartment. This leak has created an explosive hazard, forcing the crew into an unacceptable risk scenario with limited options to prevent catastrophe. The fuel leak inside the hold or bilge compartment, increases immediate risks of fire or explosion if ignition occurs. The lack of technical support, spare parts, or expertise on board means the crew is managing under great duress.