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Finland records increased Russian activity in the Baltic Sea
Of particular concern is the appearance of military escorts near tankers of the so-called “shadow fleet” of the Russian Federation in the Gulf of Finland.
Russian Sovcomflot suffered losses of almost $400 million due to sanctions
Russia’s largest shipping company, Sovcomflot, reported a net loss of $393 million in the first quarter.
A fleet without ships: Russian shipbuilding is reaching its end
Russia’s shipbuilding program is failing: a shortage of components, outdated projects, and sanctions are crippling the industry.
Kremlin threatens Baltics: Russia will defend its tankers “with everything”
After the conflict with Estonia, the Kremlin declared its readiness for “tough responses,” but supposedly within the framework of international law.
A ship from the “shadow fleet” was spotted near a strategic energy cable between Poland and Sweden
Polish military intervenes after “suspicious maneuvers” — ship sails back to Russian waters.
EU sanctions vessels transporting gas from Yamal LNG in Russia
The European Union has imposed sanctions, in particular, against three vessels that were transporting gas from the Russian Yamal LNG project.
Prominent shipping financier added to UK sanctions against Russia
John Ormerod helped Russian oil giant Lukoil create a network of companies in the Marshall Islands.
Britain expanded sanctions against Russia: “shadow fleet” and banks under attack
The new list includes 100 objects, including 18 ships and the Deposit Insurance Agency of the Russian Federation.
Russia releases “Green Admire” tanker detained in Baltic Sea
The ship continued on its way to Rotterdam after a brief stop in Russian waters.
EU approves 17th package of sanctions against Russia, — Kaia Kallas
The Vice President of the European Commission announced that the EU has approved the 17th package of sanctions against Russia, affecting almost 200 ships of the shadow fleet.
