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Russia’s Arctic ‘Shadow Fleet’ Goes Digital as New Putin Decree Tightens Grip on Shipping Data

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By Malte Humpert
| High North News
politics Oil tanker in fog. Russia is combining opaque ownership structures, manipulated ship-tracking signals and digital tools to keep its oil exports moving despite Western sanctions, including via the Arctic. New restrictions on energy-sector information could further complicate efforts to monitor the fleet, raising maritime security concerns for Norway and its Nordic neighbors.
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Northern Sea Route Transits Surpass 2025 Total as Arctic Shipping Gains Momentum

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By Malte Humpert
| gCaptain Verified
Cargo volumes rise as tanker, bulk carrier and container traffic expand, with 2026 transits potentially reaching 150. The number of commercial transit voyages through Russia’s Northern Sea Route (NSR) surpassed the full-year 2025 total by the end of September, putting Arctic shipping on course for another record season. The Centre for High North Logistics (CHNL) identified 104 confirmed transit voyages through Sept. 30, compared with 103 during the entire 2025 navigation season and 97 in 2024.
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Royal Navy’s Only Ice Patrol Ship Faces Uncertain Future After Defect

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By Malte Humpert
| gCaptain Verified
The Royal Navy’s only dedicated ice patrol ship has been towed from Teesside to Devonport following a reported defect, raising questions about Britain’s ability to maintain its maritime presence in the polar regions as the government works toward a replacement. HMS Protector was towed to Plymouth by commercial tugs, with Serco Marine Services tugs taking over the tow near the port, according to industry sources.
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