Policy brief
Published:
How to implement a full maritime services ban on Russian oil
Written by
Daniel Spiro, Associate Professor, Uppsala University
Henrik Praks, Research Fellow, International Centre for Defence and Security, Estonia
Henrik Wachtmeister, Research Fellow, Swedish Institute of International affairs
Ed.
Summary:
The EU is considering a full maritime services ban on Russian oil. While the final proposal and decision are still pending, the measure would replace the current oil price-cap regime by prohibiting European and allied companies from providing maritime services for Russian oil exports, regardless of the sale price. The ban would cover transportation, insurance, financing, and other related services. This brief outlines how such a full services ban could be designed and implemented effectively, and how to address potential negative side effects and potential Russian countermeasures.
This brief is part of the The Nordic–Baltic Eight (NB8) Institute Series of Topical Briefs.
This brief is part of the The Nordic–Baltic Eight (NB8) Institute Series of Topical Briefs.
- Published year: 2026
- Publisher: The Swedish Institute of International Affairs
- Page count: 3
- Language: English
- Volume: 2026
- Booklet: 1
Written by
Daniel Spiro, Associate Professor, Uppsala University
Henrik Praks, Research Fellow, International Centre for Defence and Security, Estonia
Henrik Wachtmeister, Research Fellow, Swedish Institute of International affairs