Sanctioned Suezmax Oil Tanker Navigates Russian Arctic Without Permit, Unknown Insurance, and...

Prior to loading crude at Murmansk the vessel idled for almost two weeks off Norway’s northern coast. Norwegian officials hope to curtail the practice as they announced a ramp up of inspections of sanctioned and possibly uninsured tankers shuttling oil through its waters. Officials aim to reduce the environmental risk of shipping in Norwegian waters and combat shadow fleet traffic.

Well, I didn't know all the intrigue surrounding the shipping world. I'm sure at some point, we'll hear about this ship sinking or running aground somewhere and causing an environmental disaster.

Good evening LTC Stephen Conway. Excellent post. Thank you for sharing this Sir.