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Model Sanctions Clauses and Due Diligence Tools updated
The INTERTANKO Model Sanctions Clauses and Due Diligence Tools have been updated by the Insurance & Legal and Documentary Committees... MORE
EU Adopts 20th Sanctions Package against Russia
On 23 April 2026, the European Union adopted its 20th sanctions package against Russia. Whilst earlier packages focused on... MORE
Fraudulent registration of ships a key focus at IMO Legal Committee
The fraudulent registration of ships was high on the agenda for the IMO’s Legal Committee that met between 13-17 April... MORE
IMO continues work on Shadow Fleet and regulatory scoping exercise
In addition to the work on fraudulent Registries (see separate article) the IMO’s Legal Committee also embarked upon a regulatory... MORE
EU Regulations on Russian gas phaseout now published and 20th sanctions package announced
As reported in our Weekly News article of 24 October 2025, Europe’s 19th sanctions package against Russia included a ban on the import... MORE
Key Resources
Russian sanctions
Clarity on price cap compliance, sanctions and the shadow fleet The G7, EU, Australia and Japan (G7+) have introduced sanctions... MORE
Nigerian tax compliance: links to further information
Background information FIRS Circular 2021/14 on taxation of companies engaged in shipping, air, transport and cable undertakings dated 3 June... MORE
Ukraine conflict - Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
We have pulled together a list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) raised by Members and are actively working alongside our... MORE
