Massive GPS spoofing detected in another Russian port

In the Russian port of Kozmino, a massive spoofing of ships’ navigation signals was recorded.

Since the port is a key hub for oil exports in the Far East, this makes it difficult to track tankers and oil flows, writes Bloomberg.

The publication notes that Russia mainly uses GPS spoofing in the Black and Baltic Seas, but until recently such actions were not recorded in Kozmino.

“Now the situation has changed. Tankers appear on hilltops or move at an impossible speed, exceeding 50 miles per hour. The reason for this is unclear, since the port is far from the front line,” the publication notes.

Journalists suggest that Moscow is likely concerned about the safety of Kozmino.

“This may be related to a series of unexplained explosions on tankers that have recently visited Russian ports. Or it could be a response to heightened threats to Russian oil buyers, particularly in India. Whatever the reason, tracking exports from Kozmino has become much more difficult,” Bloomberg summarizes.

Earlier, USM reported that Russia is increasing oil exports from Baltic ports after Ukrainian drone strikes on refineries.