shadow fleet

France releases Russian “shadow fleet” tanker

France has released the previously detained tanker “Deyna” of the Russian “shadow fleet” after paying a fine.

16.04.2026 - 11:48
A spill of over 300 tons of oil products was recorded in the Black Sea — a tanker from the “shadow fleet” is suspected

Sentinel-1 satellite images indicate the appearance of an oil slick in the Kerch Strait area as early as April 7.

16.04.2026 - 11:06
Ukraine again called on IMO to strengthen control over vessels working for the benefit of the Russian Federation

Ukraine and the International Maritime Organization (IMO) discussed the issue of countering the “shadow fleet” and strengthening the security of international shipping.

15.04.2026 - 11:55
France to double fines for tankers of Russian “shadow fleet”

France will increase penalties against Russia’s “shadow fleet” and other vessels flying foreign flags.

9.04.2026 - 16:52
Russian warships begin escorting “shadow fleet” tankers through the English Channel

Russian warships have begun escorting sanctioned tankers as they pass through the English Channel.

9.04.2026 - 14:13
Sweden Detains Russian Shadow Fleet Tanker in Baltic Sea

On Friday, April 3, the Swedish Coast Guard detained a sanctioned tanker suspected of causing an oil spill in the Baltic Sea.

3.04.2026 - 12:01
Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tankers use Starlink, investigation finds

Russian “shadow fleet” ships use Starlink for communication and coordination.

3.04.2026 - 11:28
Czech Republic imposes sanctions against Russian who insured tankers of Russia’s “shadow fleet”

Prague expects that he will be included in the EU sanctions list in the future.

31.03.2026 - 10:42
Captain of Russian ‘shadow fleet’ tanker sentenced to one year in prison

In France, the Chinese captain of the Boracay tanker of the Russian “shadow fleet” was sentenced to a year in prison.

30.03.2026 - 17:12
Canada imposes sanctions on 100 more vessels of Russia’s “shadow fleet”

The foreign ministry explained that this step should strengthen the fight against Russia’s attempts to circumvent international restrictions.

27.03.2026 - 09:26