Norway Imposes New Port Restrictions On Russian Fishing Vessels

Norway has announced its support for the EU’s latest sanctions against Russia.

These sanctions target key sectors of the Russian economy, including the shipment of Russia’s LNG through a shadow tanker fleet.

Norway will allow profits generated from the frozen Central Bank of Russia to support Ukraine.

Norway is imposing new limitations on Russian fishing vessels at three ports that are partially exempt from the port ban.

Previously, Norway had closed all its ports to Russian vessels, Båtsfjord, Tromsø, and Kirkenes ports were partially open to Russian fishing vessels.

These vessels were allowed to unload fish, change crews, resupply, and stay at berth without time restrictions.

However, the new restrictions imposed last week will change these conditions.

The Norwegian government has announced that Russian fishing vessels will be banned from mooring for a maximum of five working days, or seven days, including holidays and weekends.

Furthermore, at least three days must have passed since the previous stay in a port on mainland Norway.

Russian fishing vessels will only be permitted to use specific terminals or quays in the three ports designated for arrival.

The Minister of Justice and Emergency Preparedness, Emilie Enger Mehl, stated that inspection activity is already intense except for three partially available ports to Russian fishing vessels.

However, police and customs are now strengthening their inspections and imposing stricter requirements on Russian fishing vessels in port.

In accordance with these regulations, the government has authorized the customs service to share information and closely cooperate with the Norwegian State Police.

The military will continue to monitor all maritime activity and share information with other organizations.

Reference: Portnews, Under Currentnews

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