Baltic Spirit Cleared: Customs Inspection Allows Vessel to Set Sail

The Estonian Tax and Customs Board allowed the Baltic Spirit cargo vessel to depart from the port of Muuga after a thorough inspection contradicted suspicions of contraband.

The Estonian Tax and Customs Board announced on Thursday it had cleared the Baltic Spirit cargo vessel to leave the port of Muuga. The clearance followed an exhaustive inspection that failed to corroborate initial suspicions that the vessel was transporting contraband goods.

Authorities had detained the ship as part of standard protocol after concerns were raised about its cargo. However, after a meticulous review and thorough investigation, no evidence of illegal goods was found on board.

The decision brings relief to the ship's operators, who face new compliance measures amid growing scrutiny over cargo being transported through regional ports. The Customs Board emphasized the importance of rigorous enforcement actions to ensure maritime law is upheld.