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NEWSLETTER
Issue 011 Sep 2026
If you have questions about the statistics in this article or require further information, please reach out to our team at:
[email protected]
Welcome to this month’s update from LETH! As the maritime industry navigates new challenges, we’re here to keep you informed on
the latest developments and updates.
Featured This Month:
Leth Hosts CBS Students Skaw Passings Update BALTIC REGION SECURITY UPDATE
BALTIC REGION SECURITY UPDATE
Update from our analyst at Ambrey
Skaw Passings Update : Aug 15- Sep 15
Source: Lloyds AIS, Observed Data
Skaw passings Per Month Total Northbound Southbound
Crude
Tanker
Product
Tanker
Dry Bulk
Container /
General
Cargo
Other Tankers Gas Carrier
Monthly Moving Average 3027 1540 1487 296 128 483 1531 418 170
Aug 15- Sep 15 3321 1587 1734 315 115 596 1638 433 220
Baltic Sea activity remained closely monitored during the reporting
period, with six security-related events recorded between 9 and 22
September. The period included continued maritime surveillance,
shadow-fleet monitoring and a Finnish exercise focused on subsea
infrastructure protection. No confirmed physical damage to
merchant vessels or port infrastructure was reported.
Several Baltic states continued routine monitoring of vessels of
interest. Russia-flagged vessels were observed and monitored by
Latvian and Estonian authorities during transit, reflecting the
continued focus on maritime awareness and safe navigation in the
region.
On 14 September, a Ukrainian UAV was recovered on the Polish
coastline near Rusinów. Ambrey assessed it as likely being a
Ukrainian Banshee-type UAV, highlighting the continued
importance of monitoring developments around Russian Baltic
infrastructure and nearby maritime areas.
A notable interaction took place south of Gedser, where a Russian
Navy frigate deployed flares during an encounter with a Danish Air
Force helicopter conducting routine surveillance. The incident was
contained, with no reported impact on commercial shipping.
In the Gulf of Finland, Finnish authorities conducted an exercise
focused on subsea infrastructure protection and coordination
between relevant maritime and defence authorities. Such exercises
form part of the region's continued focus on maintaining maritime
resilience and preparedness.
Overall, Baltic maritime activity remains operational, with
authorities across the region maintaining a high level of situational
awareness. Ambrey continues to monitor developments affecting
shipping and trade routes, including activity around Russian Baltic
ports and increased surveillance of vessels of interest.
For vessels operating in the Baltic and Danish Straits, continued
awareness of local developments remains important, while no
disruption to commercial shipping was reported during this period. YOUR PREFERRED AGENT IN MARITIME HOTSPOTS
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LETH NEWSLETTER Sep2026
If you have questions about the statistics in this article or require further information, please reach out to our team at:
[email protected]
We recently welcomed students from the International
Shipping and Trade bachelor at CBS to our Copenhagen office
for a closer look at life at Leth and the work of a shipping agent.
The morning gave the students an introduction to Leth Danish
Straits and an insight into the role we play in supporting vessels
and clients navigating the Danish Straits. For the 2nd year
students in particular, the visit was an opportunity to learn more
about the industry as they begin looking towards their
upcoming internships.
The visit also offered a glimpse into another part of everyday life
at Leth. The students joined our regular Tuesday training
session, taking part in a CrossFit workout together with our
trainers from TwinSpirit. Weekly training is part of our routine in
Copenhagen and reflects the importance we place on bringing
colleagues together outside of the day-to-day operations.
Leth has worked closely with CBS and the International
Shipping and Trade bachelor for many years. Several former
CBS students have completed their internships with us and
gone on to build their careers within international shipping.
Maintaining this connection with the next generation of
maritime professionals remains an important part of our
relationship with CBS.
The morning ended with drinks and snacks in the courtyard,
giving students and colleagues time to continue the
conversations and get to know each other.
For a glimpse of the day, we've put together a short video of
the visit which you can see below.
LETH HOSTS CBS SHIPPING STUDENTS
https://lethagencies.com/leth-and-cbs-shipping-union-netw
orking-event-september-2026
www.lethagencies.com
YOUR PREFERRED AGENT IN MARITIME HOTSPOTS
NEWSLETTER
Issue 011 Sep 2026
If you have questions about the statistics in this article or require further information, please reach out to our team at:
[email protected]
Welcome to this month’s update from LETH! As the maritime industry navigates new challenges, we’re here to keep you informed on
the latest developments and updates.
Featured This Month:
Leth Hosts CBS Students Skaw Passings Update BALTIC REGION SECURITY UPDATE
BALTIC REGION SECURITY UPDATE
Update from our analyst at Ambrey
Skaw Passings Update : Aug 15- Sep 15
Source: Lloyds AIS, Observed Data
Skaw passings Per Month Total Northbound Southbound
Crude
Tanker
Product
Tanker
Dry Bulk
Container /
General
Cargo
Other Tankers Gas Carrier
Monthly Moving Average 3027 1540 1487 296 128 483 1531 418 170
Aug 15- Sep 15 3321 1587 1734 315 115 596 1638 433 220
Baltic Sea activity remained closely monitored during the reporting
period, with six security-related events recorded between 9 and 22
September. The period included continued maritime surveillance,
shadow-fleet monitoring and a Finnish exercise focused on subsea
infrastructure protection. No confirmed physical damage to
merchant vessels or port infrastructure was reported.
Several Baltic states continued routine monitoring of vessels of
interest. Russia-flagged vessels were observed and monitored by
Latvian and Estonian authorities during transit, reflecting the
continued focus on maritime awareness and safe navigation in the
region.
On 14 September, a Ukrainian UAV was recovered on the Polish
coastline near Rusinów. Ambrey assessed it as likely being a
Ukrainian Banshee-type UAV, highlighting the continued
importance of monitoring developments around Russian Baltic
infrastructure and nearby maritime areas.
A notable interaction took place south of Gedser, where a Russian
Navy frigate deployed flares during an encounter with a Danish Air
Force helicopter conducting routine surveillance. The incident was
contained, with no reported impact on commercial shipping.
In the Gulf of Finland, Finnish authorities conducted an exercise
focused on subsea infrastructure protection and coordination
between relevant maritime and defence authorities. Such exercises
form part of the region's continued focus on maintaining maritime
resilience and preparedness.
Overall, Baltic maritime activity remains operational, with
authorities across the region maintaining a high level of situational
awareness. Ambrey continues to monitor developments affecting
shipping and trade routes, including activity around Russian Baltic
ports and increased surveillance of vessels of interest.
For vessels operating in the Baltic and Danish Straits, continued
awareness of local developments remains important, while no
disruption to commercial shipping was reported during this period. YOUR PREFERRED AGENT IN MARITIME HOTSPOTS
Malta Panama Denmark Singapore Spain Gibraltar Egypt Turkey
LETH NEWSLETTER Sep2026
If you have questions about the statistics in this article or require further information, please reach out to our team at:
[email protected]
We recently welcomed students from the International
Shipping and Trade bachelor at CBS to our Copenhagen office
for a closer look at life at Leth and the work of a shipping agent.
The morning gave the students an introduction to Leth Danish
Straits and an insight into the role we play in supporting vessels
and clients navigating the Danish Straits. For the 2nd year
students in particular, the visit was an opportunity to learn more
about the industry as they begin looking towards their
upcoming internships.
The visit also offered a glimpse into another part of everyday life
at Leth. The students joined our regular Tuesday training
session, taking part in a CrossFit workout together with our
trainers from TwinSpirit. Weekly training is part of our routine in
Copenhagen and reflects the importance we place on bringing
colleagues together outside of the day-to-day operations.
Leth has worked closely with CBS and the International
Shipping and Trade bachelor for many years. Several former
CBS students have completed their internships with us and
gone on to build their careers within international shipping.
Maintaining this connection with the next generation of
maritime professionals remains an important part of our
relationship with CBS.
The morning ended with drinks and snacks in the courtyard,
giving students and colleagues time to continue the
conversations and get to know each other.
For a glimpse of the day, we've put together a short video of
the visit which you can see below.
LETH HOSTS CBS SHIPPING STUDENTS
https://lethagencies.com/leth-and-cbs-shipping-union-netw
orking-event-september-2026
