Illicit shadow fleets are a growing threat to global security. These vessels, operating outside the law, help adversarial nations like Russia and Iran evade sanctions and finance their operations. Shadow fleets also pose a new risk of hybrid warfare, as seen in recent high-sea sabotage incidents in Europe.
Many indicators of shadow fleet activity are well-known, but identifying them is only half the battle. Uncovering who is behind these vessels is critical for curtailing their activity. Opaque ownership structures and hidden networks make shadow fleets hard to track, but they aren’t invisible.
In this Sayari Masterclass on Thursday, October 2nd at 9:00am EDT, we will show you how to use corporate and trade records to pierce the veil of secrecy surrounding these actors. You’ll learn how to begin identifying actors behind shadow fleet networks, enabling more effective countermeasures and strategies for disrupting their activities.
Key takeaways:
- Insight into the latest U.S. sanctions and European efforts to counter shadow fleets
- Techniques for uncovering the entities behind shadow fleet networks, not just their vessels
- The critical role that corporate ownership and maritime records play in exposing these networks
- Real-world case studies demonstrating how to connect vessels to the individuals and organizations behind them
This webinar is for analysts and investigators in government and finance who are working to counter sanctions evasion, hybrid warfare, and financial risks posed by shadow fleets.
Attendees are also eligible for 1 CFCS credit from the Association of Certified Financial Crime Specialists (ACFCS) for 100% attendance.
