Sanctioned Russian “shadow fleet” tanker Progress loses control, goes adrift in Mediterranean The oil tanker Progress, currently under sanctions for transporting Russian crude, has lost control off the coast of Algeria and is drifting in the Mediterranean Sea. The LR2-class tanker was carrying approximately 730,000 barrels of Russian Urals crude and experienced a significant change in its navigational status to “Not under command” early Thursday, indicating a potential mechanical failure. The vessel, managed by St. Petersburg-based Legacy Marine LLC, has a history of sanctions and name changes.

• The oil tanker Progress (IMO: 9306627) is under sanctions for transporting Russian crude.
• The tanker has lost control off the coast of Algeria and is drifting in the Mediterranean Sea.
• It was carrying approximately 730,000 barrels of Russian Urals crude.
• Its navigational status changed to “Not under command” early Thursday, suggesting mechanical issues.
• The tanker is managed by Legacy Marine LLC, based in St. Petersburg.
• The vessel has been under EU and UK sanctions since 2025 and has changed its name twice.
• It recently switched to the Russian flag and was entered into the Russian Maritime Register of Shipping in November.