Denmark to Intensify Scrutiny of Russia Shadow-Fleet Tankers
- Denmark will conduct inspections on ships anchored at Skagen
- Concerns have grown about the safety of Moscow’s oil tankers
The authority said that the initiative comes in response to increased activity of older vessels transporting oil through Danish waters.
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Denmark will ramp up inspections of ships transporting Russian oil through its narrow straits, in an effort to protect the environment and maritime safety from older vessels in Moscow’s shadow fleet.
The Danish Maritime Authority will start conducting so-called Port State Control checks on ships anchored outside Skagen that “cannot be considered in innocent passage,” according to a statement. The controls will ensure ships comply with regulations on maritime safety, environmental protection and seafarers’ welfare.