Flag Hopping Hits Unprecedented Levels Among Sanctioned fleet

The acceleration in flag hopping is a reflection of the increasing agility and sophistication of deceptive actors, explains Claire Jungman, chief of staff at US advocacy group United Against Nuclear Iran. “This behaviour is rarely coincidental or administrative. It’s often a deliberate tactic to obscure ownership, complicate enforcement and maintain access to global shipping markets despite restrictions,” Jungman said.