In response to recent damage to critical undersea infrastructure, the UK-led Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF) has activated an advanced AI-powered surveillance system to monitor potential maritime threats and track Russia’s…
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Sanctioned Russia Oil Tanker Turns Back From Detour Around UK
A tanker hauling Russian crude from the Baltic Sea to India that was observed heading toward the Shetland Islands — a route that would have taken it on a detour around the northern tip of the UK — made a sudden turn and instead took a more-typical journey through the English Channel.
https://gcaptain.com/sanctioned-russia-oil-tanker-turns-back-from-detour-around-uk/
Blacklisted Tanker Avoids English Channel as UK Expands Sanctions Enforcement
A tanker hauling Russian crude from the Baltic Sea to India is taking an unusually long route around the UK, just as Britain expands sanctions against Russia’s energy industry.
https://gcaptain.com/blacklisted-tanker-avoids-english-channel-as-uk-expands-sanctions-enforcement/
Panama Purging Sanctioned Ships in Flag Registry Crackdown
Panama is canceling the registration of six ships sailing under its flag that were sanctioned by the UK last week, a boost for Western nations that have slapped sanctions on Moscow’s oil exports.
https://gcaptain.com/panama-purging-sanctioned-ships-in-flag-registry-crackdown/
UK Expands Emissions Trading Scheme to Maritime Sector
The UK is expanding its Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) to include maritime emissions, marking a transformative step for the shipping industry’s environmental accountability. The expansion will require vessels operating domestic…
https://gcaptain.com/uk-expands-emissions-trading-scheme-to-maritime-sector/
UK Cracks Down on Russia’s Shadow Fleet with Largest Sanctions Package to Date
The UK has sanctioned 30 vessels from Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet” representing a decisive move to curtail Russia’s ability to fund its war in Ukraine. These ships, responsible for transporting…
https://gcaptain.com/uk-cracks-down-on-russias-shadow-fleet-with-largest-sanctions-package-to-date/
UK Imposes Biggest Sanctions Package on Russian ‘Shadow Fleet’
Britain is imposing the biggest sanctions package against Russia’s shadow fleet, targeting 30 vessels, foreign minister David Lammy said on Monday, urging G7 allies to stand with, and equip Ukraine for as long as it needs
https://gcaptain.com/uk-imposes-biggest-sanctions-package-on-russian-shadow-fleet/
London Gateway Tapped as Gemini Cooperation’s UK Hub as Felixstowe Misses Out
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd have selected London Gateway as their primary UK hub for the upcoming Gemini Cooperation, set to launch on February 1, 2025. As part of a broader network…
https://gcaptain.com/london-gateway-tapped-as-gemini-cooperations-uk-hub-as-felixstowe-misses-out/
UK Cracks Down on Russian Oil Sanctions Evasion: New Advisory Targets Falsified Origin Certificates
The UK’s sanctions enforcement agency said it has identified cases where falsified documents are being used to evade a Group of Seven price cap on Russian oil exports.
UK Defence Secretary Announces Major Naval Decommissions in Sweeping Defence Overhaul
UK Defence Secretary John Healey has announced the decommissioning of several naval vessels as part of a broader defence reform strategy. The decision, revealed in a statement to the House…