Akademik Cherskiy pipe-laying vessel begins construction of Nord Stream 2

The vessel “Akademik Cherskiy” has begun laying pipes for the Nord Stream 2 gas pipeline

The project’s operator Nord Stream 2 AG announced.

“After successfully passing sea trials, the vessel Akademik Chersky started pipe-laying operations in Denmark’s exclusive economic zone today”, –  the statement said.

The company also clarified that the barge Fortuna continues pipe-laying operations.