US EditionHigh Seas Tensions: Greek Tankers Bolstering Defences Amid Mysterious Blasts
UST-LUGA PORT, RUSSIA, JUL 7 – The explosion caused an ammonia leak and crew evacuation as part of a series of suspected sabotage incidents targeting vessels linked to Russia's sanctions-evasion fleet this year.
- On January 7, 2025, the oil tanker Eagle S, linked to Russia's sanctions-busting shadow fleet, was spotted at the Port of Kilpilahti, Finland.
- This sighting follows a series of at least five tanker explosions in the last two months involving vessels calling at Russian ports amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
- Many of the affected ships, including Greek-owned Vilamoura and others damaged off the Mediterranean, have had explosive devices magnetically attached, suggesting sophisticated sabotage.
- Lloyd’s List editor Richard Meade noted 'The threat is looking nasty,' while investigations continue without clear evidence linking all attacks or officially assigning responsibility.
- These attacks have intensified maritime security measures among Greek shipowners and highlight ongoing vulnerabilities in Russian oil shipping, with possible state-backed saboteurs increasing trade risks.
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High Seas Tensions: Greek Tankers Bolstering Defences Amid Mysterious Blasts
High Seas Tensions: Greek Tankers Bolstering Defences Amid Mysterious Blasts Greek shipping companies, facing mysterious explosions afflicting oil tankers associated with Russian trade, are ramping up their security protocols. Recent incidents have damaged vessels at Russian ports, intensifying industry concerns.In response, these companies are conducting meticulous underwater inspections to detect foreign objects, part of a growing strategy to …
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Explosions have been taking place on tankers for a few weeks now, and they've all been one of the most important things, and they've been docking at Russian ports before.
Tankers attract mines: who blows up the ships that had a connection with the Russian oil and gas: EADaily
EADaily, July 8th, 2025. Ukrainian saboteurs can lay on tankers that transport oil and gas from Russia, mines. Since the beginning of the year, an explosion has already occurred on the sixth vessel. This may be a campaign to intimidate European carriers that are actively involved in the export of oil and gas from Russia.
The Financial Times reports that there have been several explosions on tankers serving Russian ports this year. Russian authorities have launched an investigation into the explosions.
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