shadow fleet
Several European countries discussed a plan to seize Russian tankers under sanctions
Britain, the Nordics and the Baltics are considering a joint action plan to seize tankers belonging to the so-called “shadow fleet.”
Three tankers of the “shadow fleet” were sent for disposal in February alone, — Bloomberg
More and more tankers involved in the transportation of sanctioned oil and subject to US sanctions are increasingly being scrapped.
Ukraine imposes new sanctions against tankers carrying Russian oil
The new sanctions apply to 91 ships that are part of the Russian Federation’s so-called “shadow fleet.”
Sanctions against Russian tankers may enter the phase of direct countermeasures, — Vlasyuk
Ukraine calls on partners to significantly strengthen sanctions against tankers of the Russian “shadow fleet”.
Windward: At least 120 “shadow” tankers may be reflagged by Russia
After the tightening of sanctions against stateless vessels, more and more tankers of the “shadow fleet” are being re-registered in Russia.
Greece and Malta oppose a complete EU ban on Russian oil transportation services
Athens and Valletta fear that replacing the “price ceiling” mechanism with a complete ban on maritime and insurance services could hit shipping.
Russian tankers indicate Singapore as their destination, which does not import oil from Russia
Tankers carrying Russian oil are increasingly naming Singapore as their official destination, which does not import Russian oil.
Britain plans to create a headquarters to control and intercept Russian “shadow fleet” vessels
The UK is planning to set up a headquarters to monitor and intercept Russian “shadow fleet” vessels.
India seizes three “shadow fleet” vessels
The Indian Coast Guard has seized three “shadow fleet” vessels on suspicion of being involved in oil smuggling.
Great Britain prepares to seize Russian-linked “shadow fleet” tankers
London is considering military options to intercept “shadow fleet” vessels as the Kremlin’s revenues fall and sanctions pressure mounts.
