
Iranian Shadow Fleet Tanker Ablaze off Jask
In imagery taken by the Sentinel-2 satellite on May 9, the sanctioned Iranian-flagged dark fleet tanker Sevda (IMO 9172040) appears to be damaged and...
24 maritime news articles about Russia sanctions

In imagery taken by the Sentinel-2 satellite on May 9, the sanctioned Iranian-flagged dark fleet tanker Sevda (IMO 9172040) appears to be damaged and...

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April 26, 2026 The United States blockade against Iran has come under criticism for its effectiveness. This video, utilizing information from WindwardAI, Tanker Trackers, US Central Command and Marine Traffic analyze the blockade and the impact it is having on Iranian and commercial shipping in the Arabian Sea and Ind

On March 26, 2026, President Trump hosted a cabinet meeting where he discussed how the Iranians permitted the passage of eight to ten Pakistani-flagged tankers out of the Strait of Hormuz, but data from the Joint Maritime Information Center and Marine Traffic do not confirm these ships. He also discussed that Iran had

In this episode of What the Ship, we review the major news stories for the events unfolding in the Strait of Hormuz, we discuss the situation of the Russian Shadow Fleet including attacks on ports and seizures of tankers; 60 Minutes aired a special on the situation facing US shipbuilding; China is attempting to leverag

The March 12, 2026, update discusses the attack on two tankers off the coast of Kuwait and a containership off the UAE. We provide an update on shipping news including some national perspectives.

President Trump challenges commercial tankers to run the Strait of Hormuz. What is the Maritime Administration telling ships about the region and where is the U.

We discuss the sinking of the Iranian frigate Dena by the USS Charlotte off the coast of Sri Lanka and the impact this is having on commercial shipping. We also look at past escort operations in the Persian Gulf and Red Sea and why such an operation may not work this time and also discuss a strategy that would target

An update on the traffic, or lack thereof, through the Strait of Hormuz, along with recent attacks against shipping, major news stories, and other issues facing shipping globally and its impact on the markets. Contact What's Going on With Shipping via: Patreon: www.

On the morning of March 2, 2026, the US-flagged tanker Stena Imperative was struck by two projectiles while in the shipyard in Bahrain. The attack caused a fire on board and killed one dockworker and injured two others.

In this episode of What the Ship, we look at the top 5 maritime stories as of February 9, 2026. These stories include the seizure of tankers by the United States, the Dutch, Indians, and in the Baltic; Russia's oil exports and LNG production; issues with the Panama Canal in terms of water, control of terminals at each

The European Union escalated its crackdown on the Russian Shadow Fleet by a complete ban on maritime services for Russian crude oil, by choking off Moscow's access to shipping, insurance and related support for its ships. But, at the same time, the import of Russian LNG surpassed its purchase of Russian Yamal Liquifie
This circular has been updated on 3 February 2026 with advice regarding "EU RUSSIAN LNG IMPORT BAN"The original Circular was published on 15 November 2025 which can be read in full below the update. EU Russian LNG Import Ban: Update - 3 February 2026On 26 January 2026, the 27 EU Member states formally adopted the ban o

France Arrests the Grinch... the Motor Tanker Grinch January 24, 2026 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the French boarding and seizure of the unregistered Dark Fleet tanker Grinch in the Mediterranean.

Tankers of the Caribbean January 16, 2026 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the seizure of the six supertanker by the United States, MT Veronica, and what is the status of the other five, along with the impact on the glo

New Wave of Ship Attacks in the Black Sea January 13, 2026 In this episode, Sal Mercogliano — a maritime historian at Campbell University (@campbelledu) and former merchant mariner — discusses the new wave of attacks by both Russia and Ukraine in the Black Sea against commercial shipping. #supplychain #ukrainerussiawa
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Home News and Resources News News 07 Feb, 2025 Shipment of Iron Products from Russia - Important notice to Members Tim Davies Head of Claims (Eastern Team) Members are reminded that the Club provides insurance services for Members who transport non-sanctioned cargoes to or from Russia subject to the US, EU and UK Regul

Home News and Resources News News 17 Dec, 2024 Sanctions- EU issues 15th package Tony Paulson Head of Asia & Corporate Director The EU issued its 15 th sanction package targeting Russia on 16 December 2024. The impact on shipping and insurance would generally appear to be limited, but the EU has designated a furth
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