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Indian Crew released after the Marinera seizure
When U.S. forces seized the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera in the North Atlantic on 7 January 2026, attention quickly shifted from the vessel to the people on board, particularly reports that Indian nationals were among the crew. Three Indian nationals were serving on Marinera at the time of the seizure.…
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USCG releases boarding footage of MV Oli
The United States Coast Guard has released official video footage showing the boarding of MV Olina. The footage has been published as reference material and preserved alongside existing DeepDraft writing on sanctions enforcement and compliance exposure at sea.
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Iranian naval activity observed at Bandar Abbas
Satellite imagery dated 8 January 2026 shows extensive naval movement at Iran’s main naval base in Bandar Abbas, with the majority of operational surface combatants departing the port over a short time window. Observed movements Recent context The large-scale departure follows the recent return to service of the frigate IRINS…
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U.S. Extends Maritime Pressure Campaign on Venezuelan Oil Fleet
U.S. forces are continuing intensive maritime interdiction activity targeting tankers linked to sanctioned Venezuelan oil exports, forming part of an expanded naval enforcement posture in the Caribbean and Atlantic following earlier sanctions operations. Recent Seizures and Interdictions These operations reflect sustained efforts to enforce sanctions and disrupt oil shipments by…
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World’s first large multi-gas carrier delivered
The world’s first large-capacity multi-gas carrier, M/T Active, was delivered on 6 January 2026, marking a new commercial segment in gas shipping. The vessel is designed to transport liquid CO₂ (LCO₂) alongside multiple other liquefied gases within a single hull and cargo system. Vessel profile The vessel represents the first…
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US Seizes Russian-Flagged Tanker Marinera
United States Coast Guard and U.S. forces boarded and seized the Russian-flagged oil tanker Marinera in the North Atlantic, south of Iceland, during operations conducted on 7–8 January 2026. The tanker, formerly known as Bella 1, was taken under control following a weeks-long trans-Atlantic pursuit that began in the Caribbean…
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Venezuela Oil Exports and Sanctions Enforcement
January 2026 Market Status Production Shipping Regional Exposure Verification
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India commissions first indigenously built pollution control vessel
India has commissioned its first indigenously designed and built pollution control vessel, Indian Coast Guard ship Samudra Pratap, marking a significant step in national maritime environmental response capability. The vessel was commissioned in Goa by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, and is the largest ship currently in the Indian Coast Guard…
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Historic Growth of US LNG Trade in 2025
The United States has crossed a historic threshold in global LNG trade, becoming the first country to surpass 100 million metric tonnes of LNG exports in a single calendar year. Preliminary industry estimates for 2025 place U.S. LNG exports at around 110–112 mmt, representing a year-on-year increase of roughly 20–25%.…
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Venezuelan Ports Under Threat: Sanctions and Shipping Risks
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on 3 January 2026 that Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro has been captured by U.S. forces. While the event is political in nature, its immediate consequences are being felt across maritime operations, port access, and shipping risk management in Venezuelan waters. Port Operations and Vessel Movements…