At a Glance: A Turning Point for Sanctions, Security, and Shipping In Q4 2025, maritime sanctions enforcement took another leap forward. With the EU’s 19th sanctions package and OFAC’s designation of Rosneft and Lukoil, regulators made it clear that energy flows, not just vessels, are now at the center of enforcement strategies. While sanctions designations...

At a Glance Why 2025 Broke the Old Sanctions Playbook Maritime compliance in 2025 evolved so quickly that by the time teams adapted, the landscape had already changed again. Every quarter introduced a new layer of complexity: expanded lists, novel evasion tactics, jurisdictional gaps. For trading firms, risk teams, and anyone involved in maritime due...