Shipping
Information related to shipping in and around the DPRK
Timeline: From North and South Korean missile tests to offer to resume hotlines
NK Pro timeline charts the key events from September 1 to September 30
October 1, 2021
UK warship spots potential violations of North Korea sanctions in East China Sea
Pyongyang’s extensive procurement networks and maritime legal obstacles hinder sanctions enforcement, expert says
September 27, 2021
North Korean disinfection zone still not operating despite activity: imagery
Reports previously suggested the zone would open in August to help kick-start trade with China
September 23, 2021
Sanctioned tankers, cargo ships spotted at North Korean port of Nampho
Their appearance suggests DPRK’s oil trade is ramping up, including by illicit means, amid low official imports
September 23, 2021
One of North Korea’s dirtiest businesses may be back amid border lockdown
Ships loaded with coal on the Taedong River could signal a rebound in illicit coal exports, says U.N. member state
September 9, 2021
Identity theft: Sanctioned North Korean ship poses as clean tanker
UN report details complex identity swap scheme to evade sanctions using physical modifications and falsified documents
September 6, 2021
North Korea in August 2021: A month in review and what’s ahead
An analytical look at the main developments from August 1, 2021 to August 31, 2021
September 3, 2021
North Korea acquires two oil tankers through Chinese brokers: UN report
The acquisitions may enhance DPRK’s ability to import refined petroleum or replace aging tankers, expert says
September 2, 2021
At least one Mercedes-Benz shipped to North Korea in 2019 despite sanctions
UN report shows North Korea-linked vendor also purchased three other luxury vehicles, with their whereabouts unknown
September 1, 2021
North Korea tightens fishing rules for Chinese boats due to COVID event: UN PoE
Chinese fishers in DPRK waters face severe consequences if caught without the necessary paperwork, new report shows
August 31, 2021
