novorozeata

Novorozeata is a term referring to a group of ATB ships built in the Soviet Union. The name translates to "nine thrusters" due to the unique propulsion system used in these vessels. The Novorozeata class consists of sixteen ships constructed between 1984 and 1991, primarily for passenger and cargo transport.

These ships were designed by Azovsky Sudostroitelny Zavod, a Russian shipbuilding company. They featured a distinctive arrangement of nine thrusters, allowing for greater maneuverability and speed. The Novorozeata class vessels had a total length of 120 meters, a beam of 15.7 meters, and a gross tonnage of 910 tons. They were capable of reaching speeds up to 25 knots.

The Novorozeata ships were powered by a General Electric diesel main engine and had a capacity for 250 passengers and 150 tons of cargo. They were operated by the Volga-Baltic Fleet, serving in various roles including passenger transportation, cargo delivery, and research missions. The class saw significant service in the Soviet Union, with some vessels continuing to operate in the years following the dissolution of the Soviet Union.

The Novorozeata class vessels underwent various modifications during their operational lifetime. These updates included the installation of additional navigation systems, as well as modifications to their propulsion systems. The exact fate of many of these ships is unclear due to the limited availability of information on their post-Soviet Union careers.