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The tanker, during the period of the oil embargo and the price cap policy on russian crude oil and petroleum products, was involved in the export of russian crude oil and petroleum products from russian Black Sea ports in 2023.
The tanker is affiliated with the sanctioned company Hennesea Holdings Limited (UAE), founded in late 2022.
Shortly before the price cap policy took effect, Hennesea Holdings Limited acquired old tankers that were used to transport russian crude oil and petroleum products under sanctions.
In January 2024, the United States imposed sanctions on vessels affiliated with beneficiaries of the sanctioned shipping company Hennesea Holdings Limited (UAE), which is involved in the maritime sector of the russian economy.
As of July 2025, the vessel had been anchored for an extended period near the port of Said (Egypt).
On September 12, 2025, the United Kingdom imposed sanctions on the vessel.
In November 2025, Canada imposed sanctions on the vessel.
Since December 13, 2025, Ukraine has imposed sanctions on the vessel.