UK Targets Arctic LNG Carrier, Five Oil Tankers in Latest Russia Sanctions Package

The United Kingdom has expanded its sanctions against Russia with a new package targeting shipping, banking, and industrial entities, including six vessels accused of transporting Russian energy exports and an India-based ship management company.

In a sanctions notice issued Thursday, the UK Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office announced 19 new designations under its Russia sanctions regime, adding ships, companies, banks, and an individual to the UK sanctions list.

The maritime measures are led by the designation of the LNG carrier Arctic Express (IMO 9333591), which the UK says has transported liquefied natural gas originating in Russia to third countries.