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Jul 14, 2023

Identified: Top 10 Dark Shipping Companies Moving Russian Oil throughout Trade Sanctions

Ship managers in India, the UAE, Hong Kong, and China are leading the charge in the profitable trade of Russian oil despite international sanctions. This article identifies the 10 key companies with dark fleets involved in the high risk, high reward operations.

Identified: Top 10 Dark Shipping Companies Moving Russian Oil throughout Trade Sanctions

Jul 13, 2023

An Ever-Evolving List of Dark Shipping Organizations Trading Russian Oil

The active list of organizations and dark ships involved in the trade of sanctioned Russian oil has continuously changed since the beginning of 2022 - including Gatik, one of the most recognized names in dark shipping today.

An Ever-Evolving List of Dark Shipping Organizations Trading Russian Oil

May 31, 2023

Infographic Describing Russia's Role in the Growth of Dark Shipping

International sanctions on Russia have led to a massive uptick in dark ship-to-ship transfers at sea - most often involving ships moving Russian oil.

Infographic Describing Russia's Role in the Growth of Dark Shipping

May 25, 2023

How One Ship's AIS Data Was Intentionally Spoofed to Form a Military "Z" - A Russian Pro-War Symbol

UK officials believe that AIS spoofers intentionally manipulated AIS tracks to form a Russian Military "Z" in the Black Sea - a pro-war symbol used by the Russian military that has now been appropriated by pro-Putin civilians. Officials believe that the spoofing incident was used as a moral-boosting tactic amidst the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.

How One Ship's AIS Data Was Intentionally Spoofed to Form a Military "Z" - A Russian Pro-War Symbol

May 19, 2023

Vessel Safety Inspections Rising in China as the Global Dark Fleet Continues to Grow

As the global dark fleet grows amidst restrictions on Russian oil, vessel safety is becoming a primary cause for concern. Local maritime authorities in China are now carrying out enhanced safety inspections on vessels more than 15 years old after two vessels, one of which was carrying Russian oil, had trouble offloading cargo at the port of Qingdao.

Vessel Safety Inspections Rising in China as the Global Dark Fleet Continues to Grow

May 18, 2023

Maritime Authorities from the US, UK, and Other Countries Call for Action Against Unregulated Ship-to-Ship Oil Transfers at Sea

Countries are calling for increased monitoring and action against illicit ship-to-ship oil transfers at sea as fears grow over environmental ramifications. Unregulated oil transfers undermine international maritime law and threaten global efforts to mitigate shipping pollution.

Maritime Authorities from the US, UK, and Other Countries Call for Action Against Unregulated Ship-to-Ship Oil Transfers at Sea

May 10, 2023

Sea Shepherd to Send Ship to Tuvalu to Help Maritime Authorities with IUU Fishing Enforcement

Sea Shepherd signs noteworthy memorandum with the government of Tuvalu, vowing to send a ship to the island nation to support authorities with IUU fishing tasks.

Sea Shepherd to Send Ship to Tuvalu to Help Maritime Authorities with IUU Fishing Enforcement

Feb 15, 2023

UK Maritime Insurance Company Accused of Allowing Fishing Vessels to Operate as Dark Ships

Controversy ensues over EU-flagged fishing vessels breaching international and EU flag laws by going dark while in operation, particularly in the Indian Ocean.

UK Maritime Insurance Company Accused of Allowing Fishing Vessels to Operate as Dark Ships

Feb 7, 2023

Iran's Ghost Fleet Shifts to Trading Russian Oil

At least 16 vessels from Iran's ghost fleet have moved to Russian crude, as the premium on Russian trade soars to around 150% of normal market rates.

Iran's Ghost Fleet Shifts to Trading Russian Oil

Feb 3, 2023

Dark Fleet Trading Russian Oil Continues to Grow, Reaching Approximately 600 Tankers

The fleet of oil tankers operating as dark ships to trade Russian oil continues to grow, with estimates showing approximately 20% of the global fleet shifting from mainstream trades to Russian oil.

Dark Fleet Trading Russian Oil Continues to Grow, Reaching Approximately 600 Tankers

Jan 25, 2023

Reutech Develops Navigation Radar Receiver that Can Detect Dark Ships Not Transmitting AIS Data

The new technology developed by Reutech can passively detect dark ships not transmitting radar or AIS data, unlike traditional radars that need an active signal to identify.

Reutech Develops Navigation Radar Receiver that Can Detect Dark Ships Not Transmitting AIS Data

Jan 23, 2023

Researchers Identify "Highly-Vulnerable" Location where an Oil Spill Could Severely Disrupt the Global Energy Supply

Researchers identify area in Qatar where an oil spill could disrupt an already volatile energy supply chain. Over 20% of the global LNG supply is shipped from a single port on the country's peninsula.

Researchers Identify "Highly-Vulnerable" Location where an Oil Spill Could Severely Disrupt the Global Energy Supply

Jan 20, 2023

Shipping Industry Still Struggling to Implement Green Fuels to Reduce Environmental Impacts of Global Trade

The shipping industry is still far from finding a "true" green fuel solution on the journey to decarbonization. With maritime trade accounting for around 3% of the world's carbon emissions, the time for change is now.

Shipping Industry Still Struggling to Implement Green Fuels to Reduce Environmental Impacts of Global Trade

Jan 20, 2023

IMO Finds a Lack of Awareness on Flag Hopping and a General Indifference of Opinion on the Matter in Latest Maritime Survey

The results from one of IMOs latest surveys shows that many in the industry lack knowledge on the issue of flag hopping and other illicit activity that threatens the integrity of the maritime industry as a whole.

IMO Finds a Lack of Awareness on Flag Hopping and a General Indifference of Opinion on the Matter in Latest Maritime Survey

Jan 15, 2023

Barbados Flag Targeted by Iranian-Backed Dark Fleets (Flag Hopping)

Barbados continues to remain a target of flag-hopping dark fleets, particularly from Iranian-linked organizations.

Barbados Flag Targeted by Iranian-Backed Dark Fleets (Flag Hopping)

Jan 10, 2023

Growing Russian Dark Fleets Impose Severe Sanctions Compliance Challenges for the West

The dark fleets responsible for the majority of Russian sanctions circumvention may be growing, according to numerous sources. Cargo includes everything from sanctioned oil to weapons - providing additional strength and resources to powerful Russian forces.

Growing Russian Dark Fleets Impose Severe Sanctions Compliance Challenges for the West

Jan 8, 2023

Quad's Position in the Indo-Pacific Strong as Authorities Continue to Make Progress Against China

After an aggressive end to 2022, China seems to be releasing pressure in their push for the South China Sea. All of this happening as Quad buckles in to gain full control in the Indo-Pacific region.

Quad's Position in the Indo-Pacific Strong as Authorities Continue to Make Progress Against China

Jan 5, 2023

Gibraltar and Kalamata Identified as Transfer Hubs for Sanctioned Russian Crude

Russia continues to find new ports and open ocean locations to make port calls and STS transfers for the continued trade of Russian oil, despite harsh international sanctions.

Gibraltar and Kalamata Identified as Transfer Hubs for Sanctioned Russian Crude

Dec 19, 2022

Vietnamese Authorities Cracking Down on IUU Fishing in the Mekong Delta

Authorities in the Mekong Delta are strategizing and executing to minimize IUU fishing in the region. The efforts come alongside the 'yellow card' warning given by the European Commission for Vietnam's lack of ethical seafood exports.

Vietnamese Authorities Cracking Down on IUU Fishing in the Mekong Delta

Dec 15, 2022

How Dark Shipping Significantly Curbs the Impact of the Oil Price Cap on Russia

Although western authorities have capped Russian oil exports at $60, Russia's dark shipping fleets are running at a greater capacity than ever - keeping western efforts to cripple Russian exports at bay.

How Dark Shipping Significantly Curbs the Impact of the Oil Price Cap on Russia
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