The message reads, in part:
“The successful implementation of a project of this scale is a major achievement for the Baltic Shipyard, its naval architects, engineers and workers, and everyone who actively contributed to the creation of the Sibir.
I strongly believe that this powerful icebreaker equipped with cutting-edge technology will greatly enhance the potential of the Russian nuclear fleet, and will help deliver on important and multi-faceted objectives the Russian economy is facing, as well as consolidate Russia’s standing as a great sea power.”