Naval Test Vessel Concludes Initial Trials

The Yantar Shipyard in the Russian enclave of Kaliningrad has completed docking trials for a new test vessel for the Russian navy, reports Interfax-AVN.

The Seliger traveled to Baltiisk late last week to begin two weeks of performance trials at the Baltic Fleet's test range, said a shipyard spokesman.

The vessel is designed for equipment testing and deepwater research.

The Seliger displaces about 1,117 tons; is 196 feet (59.7 m) long and 35 feet (10.8 m) wide; and has a...