Strong northwesterly winds and stormy conditions over the past five days in the Azerbaijani sector of the Caspian Sea forced vessels to take shelter in anchorages and safe zones. However, operations are expected to be fully restored today, according to Azerbaijan Caspian Shipping CJSC (ASCO), News.Az reports, citing local media.

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), a Switzerland-based global shipping giant, plans to establish an office in Azerbaijan.