Fake flag credentials continue to provide cover to sanctioned fleet
- Dozens of fake ship identities are being created monthly for sanctioned tankers
- Recent examples uncovered by Lloyd’s List reveal how a full suite of documents and certificates are now available to buy
- Fake documents for fraudulent registries are being created for ships yet to signal any change in flag
The prolific output of fake ship identity being created by the fraudulent Timor Leste Registry offers a rare window into how fake flags are supporting the new sanctioned economy
