Australia updates sanctioned Russian vessels list under 2026 amendment

What this instrument does

The Autonomous Sanctions (Sanctioned Vessels - Russia) Amendment (No. 2) Designation 2026 amends the existing Autonomous Sanctions (Sanctioned Vessels - Russia) Designation 2025. The amendment was registered on 23 September 2026. It updates the list of sanctioned Russian vessels under the Autonomous Sanctions Regulations 2011.

What the source does not specify

The source summary does not identify which specific vessels were added to or removed from the sanctioned list. The exact commencement date is also not specified in the source.

Penalties for dealing with sanctioned vessels

Under Australian sanctions law, dealing with a sanctioned vessel can expose a business to serious legal penalties.

Where to find the full details

The full text of the amendment is available at the Federal Register of Legislation: https://www.legislation.gov.au/F2026L01277. This is the authoritative source for the current list of sanctioned vessels.

This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.