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Top 6 Geopolitical Disruptions in Q4 2025

2025 ended with the maritime domain at the center of unprecedented disruption. As the international rules-based order crumbles, Q4 saw the dark fleet’s reach expand, Ukrainian drone strikes on tankers, and a record-breaking surge in ship sanctions. Windward’s report provides a data-driven analysis of a volatile quarter and the critical trends that will define maritime risk in 2026.

 

What You’ll Find in the Report

  • Vessel and company sanctions trends across the EU, UK, and U.S.
  • The evolution of the dark fleet, flag hopping, and fraudulent registries.
  • GPS jamming patterns and the emergence of new electronic interference zones.
  • Shifts in crude oil exports and the impact of new price caps on global trade.
  • Threats to maritime critical infrastructure and strategic underwater assets.
  • The growth of new ship-to-ship hubs and deceptive shipping practices.

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