Lloyd's List | Black Sea risk unchanged despite back-to-back incidents

An image of trade ships on horizon in Black Sea, Ukraine. Image: Alamy

In a recent interview with Bridget Diakun for Lloyd's List, Risk Intelligence analyst, Hans-Kristian Petersen shared his perspective on the recent attacks on vessels in the Black Sea.

Published on 23 September 2024, the Lloyd’s List article features insights from Petersen, who noted that the damage to the vessels Golden Lion and Aya was likely the result of collateral strikes on surrounding infrastructure, rather than deliberate targeting by Russia. He highlighted that attacks on Snake Island coincided with the incident involving Aya, suggesting that the missile likely locked onto her instead of the intended target.

Additionally, he pointed out the ongoing targeting of Odesa, which raises concerns about collateral damage for vessels in the area. Petersen concluded by noting that it remains dangerous for ships to berth at Ukrainian ports due to the risks associated with nearby infrastructure being targeted.

For more insights on the recent incidents in the Black Sea, read the full article on Lloyd's List (behind a paywall).

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