EU – Further Sanctioned Oil Tanker, The MV Sun, Boarded In Mediterranean

Recent reports from the Mediterranean have raised questions about whether Italian customs officials can require yachts to visit non-EU ports before recognizing renewed Temporary Admission periods, despite EU-wide customs rules that appear to permit simpler exit-and-return procedures. This analysis examines the legal framework governing Temporary Admission for non-EU yachts, the evidence requirements for proving departure from EU customs territory, and whether Italy's reported practices align with European U

The EU's naval operation EUNAVFOR MED Irini has conducted a second boarding operation in the Mediterranean, this time targeting the tanker Toa Payoh off the coast of Sicily. The vessel, traveling from Benin to Istanbul, was boarded to investigate its recently claimed flag status switch to Cameroon.

Global demand for bulk physical commodities continues to surge. From agricultural products like coffee, cocoa, grains, edible oils, and frozen poultry to industrial metals and energy products, international buyers are increasingly sourcing directly from overseas producers to secure competitive pricing and resilient supply chains.

Navigating the Schengen Information System can be complex when an alert affects your ability to travel or reside in Europe. Understanding when and how to request deletion of an SIS alert is crucial for anyone facing visa refusals, entry bans, or border complications. This guide explains the verification process, legal grounds for deletion, and the formal procedures required to restore freedom of movement across the Schengen Area.

Taken together, these developments will significantly change the Italian corporate compliance environment. On one side, compliance with international sanctions would become even more critical...

From 24 January the violation of EU international sanctions has become a criminal violation, also triggering the criminal liability of corporations.

Through vessel tracking, including the time and location of the vessel turning off its transponder, the Italian authorities allege that the vessel was loaded at the port of Novorossiysk.

The Guardia di Finanza and Police in Italy have arrested nine people and seized over €8m in assets as part of an investigation into fundraising on behalf of sanctioned group Hamas.

It is well known that e-commerce has radically transformed international trade, making customs regulations increasingly central to the regulation of trade.

It has been reported (here, behind a paywall), that CONSOB (the Italian stock exchange regulator)...