George Economou’s TMS Says ‘Explosive Device’ Used in Tanker Attack as It Denies Shadow Fleet Links

George Economou’s TMS says ‘explosive device’ used in tanker attack as it denies shadow fleet links

Greek operation says it is fully committed to all international sanctions ...

Suspected Limpet Mine Blast Damages Greek Oil Tanker Off Libya

The explosion caused flooding in the engine room, which led the vessel to lose propulsion and become unmaneuverable.

Russia is expanding its shadow fleet, but sanctions against the aggressor are slowing it down.

The number of tankers in Russia’s shadow fleet has increased from fewer than 100 in early 2022 to about 300-600 in early 2025, depending on the classification method, according to a report by Dryad Global. Approximately 40% of these tankers came from sellers in the EU, and many vessels are at or beyond their average service life. European countries are working to strengthen efforts against the Russian shadow fleet. For example, Sweden and Denmar…

Greek Oil Tanker Damaged by Suspected Explosive Device off Libyan Coasts

A Greek oil tanker was likely damaged by an external explosive device while sailing off Libya’s coast last week, its operator confirmed on Sunday, raising new concerns about maritime security in the region. TMS Tankers, the Greece-based operator of the Vilamoura tanker, stated that a preliminary investigation indicates the blast was caused by an external source, most likely an explosive device. The incident occurred as the Marshall Islands-flagg…