A delegation from Kazakhstan's Ministry of Emergency Situations, together with Tengiz Zhasagy, has accepted a new DAMEN Fast Crew Supplier 2710 vessel.

Built by DAMEN Workboats at its production facility in Kuressaare, Estonia, the vessel is designed to carry out search-and-rescue and emergency response operations, respond to oil spills, intervene rapidly during emergencies, and ensure navigational safety in Kazakhstan's sector of the Caspian Sea, The Caspian Post reports, citing the ministry.

The vessel's arrival comes as the Caspian Sea continues to experience declining water levels and increasingly shallow conditions in some areas. Changes in navigation conditions increase the risk of vessels running aground and other incidents that could threaten lives and cause environmental damage.

"The new vessel will allow Kazakhstan's rescuers to reach the scene of an incident faster, provide timely assistance to people in distress and respond more effectively to the consequences of accidents," the ministry said.

The DAMEN Fast Crew Supplier 2710 is expected to strengthen the operational capabilities of Kazakhstan's emergency fleet, enabling faster response to maritime incidents while supporting search-and-rescue and environmental protection operations.