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YOUR PREFERRED AGENT IN MARITIME HOTSPOTS Aug 2026Issue 010
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 Danish Straits in AthensSkaw Passings UpdateBALTIC REGION SECURITY UPDATE
Skaw Passings Update : Jul 15 - Aug 15
Source: Lloyds AIS, Observed Data
Skaw passings Per Month Total Northbound Southbound
Crude
Tanker
Product
Tanker
Dry Bulk
Container /
General
Cargo
Other TankersGas Carrier
Monthly Moving Average 3316 1661 1655 293 171 524 1617 508 201
Jul 15 - Aug 15 3027 1540 1487 296 128 483 1531 418 170
BALTIC REGION SECURITY UPDATE
Update from our analyst at Ambrey
Baltic Sea port activity remained largely stable through the
reporting period, with attack frequency well below the pace seen in
Ukraine's Black Sea campaign. The main incident was a Ukrainian
UAV raid on Russia's Port of Ust-Luga on 13–14 August; regional
authorities reported 54 UAVs neutralised, with unconfirmed reports
of localised damage near the Novatek and EuroChem terminals. No
impact to export operations was reported. A follow-up alert on 15
August (21 UAVs downed) caused no reported damage to shipping
or infrastructure.
Notably, Ukraine's broader targeting has shifted toward inland
refining and processing infrastructure — illustrated by the 16 July
strike on the Slavneft-YANOS refinery in Yaroslavl — rather than
direct strikes on Baltic export terminals such as Primorsk, Vyborg, or
Ust-Luga.
Finland briefly activated a precautionary maritime exclusion zone off
Kotka on 14 August in response to the nearby UAV activity, lifting it
within hours once no incursion was confirmed — a useful data point
for voyage planning in the eastern Gulf of Finland.
One merchant vessel sustained minor deck damage from intercepted
UAV debris in the Gulf of Finland on 18 July, occurring amid a much
larger Black Sea operation the same day, suggesting it was incidental
rather than a targeted Baltic incident. No further vessel damage or
mine incidents involving Baltic-calling vessels were recorded.
No new sanctioned or shadow fleet vessel seizures occurred this
month. Ambrey continues to monitor whether rising Black Sea war
risk premiums prompt a shift in trade volumes toward Baltic routes. YOUR PREFERRED AGENT IN MARITIME HOTSPOTS
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LETH NEWSLETTER Aug 2026
If you have questions about the statistics in this article or require further information, please reach out to our team at:
[email protected]
Add your body text
We are pleased to share that Ludvig from Leth Danish Straits
Copenhagen, will be relocating to Athens, taking on a new role
focused on strengthening our operational support for clients in
the Greek maritime industry.
Being close to our clients and understanding what matters
most to them has always been central to how we work at Leth.
It is why we have built a global network of offices over the years,
from Copenhagen to Singapore, Dubai, Panama and Shanghai,
each one grounded in local presence and direct client
relationships. Ludvig's move to
Athens is a natural extension of that same approach.
A significant share of vessels transiting the Danish Straits
belong to Greek owners and operators. Having Ludvig based in
Athens will strengthen the connection between our operations
team in Denmark and our Greek clients, enabling faster
communication and a better understanding of their operational
needs.
“As I begin this new chapter in Greece, I look forward to
connecting with people and companies across the Greek
maritime community and developing strong, long-term
relationships."
Should you wish to get in touch, please feel free to contact me
directly by phone at +45 26 29 58 18 or by email at
[email protected].”
Ludvig Fabricius
Operator | LETH Danish Straits
Leth Danish Straits expanding to Athens
NEWSLETTER
www.lethagencies.com
YOUR PREFERRED AGENT IN MARITIME HOTSPOTS Aug 2026Issue 010
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 Danish Straits in AthensSkaw Passings UpdateBALTIC REGION SECURITY UPDATE
Skaw Passings Update : Jul 15 - Aug 15
Source: Lloyds AIS, Observed Data
Skaw passings Per Month Total Northbound Southbound
Crude
Tanker
Product
Tanker
Dry Bulk
Container /
General
Cargo
Other TankersGas Carrier
Monthly Moving Average 3316 1661 1655 293 171 524 1617 508 201
Jul 15 - Aug 15 3027 1540 1487 296 128 483 1531 418 170
BALTIC REGION SECURITY UPDATE
Update from our analyst at Ambrey
Baltic Sea port activity remained largely stable through the
reporting period, with attack frequency well below the pace seen in
Ukraine's Black Sea campaign. The main incident was a Ukrainian
UAV raid on Russia's Port of Ust-Luga on 13–14 August; regional
authorities reported 54 UAVs neutralised, with unconfirmed reports
of localised damage near the Novatek and EuroChem terminals. No
impact to export operations was reported. A follow-up alert on 15
August (21 UAVs downed) caused no reported damage to shipping
or infrastructure.
Notably, Ukraine's broader targeting has shifted toward inland
refining and processing infrastructure — illustrated by the 16 July
strike on the Slavneft-YANOS refinery in Yaroslavl — rather than
direct strikes on Baltic export terminals such as Primorsk, Vyborg, or
Ust-Luga.
Finland briefly activated a precautionary maritime exclusion zone off
Kotka on 14 August in response to the nearby UAV activity, lifting it
within hours once no incursion was confirmed — a useful data point
for voyage planning in the eastern Gulf of Finland.
One merchant vessel sustained minor deck damage from intercepted
UAV debris in the Gulf of Finland on 18 July, occurring amid a much
larger Black Sea operation the same day, suggesting it was incidental
rather than a targeted Baltic incident. No further vessel damage or
mine incidents involving Baltic-calling vessels were recorded.
No new sanctioned or shadow fleet vessel seizures occurred this
month. Ambrey continues to monitor whether rising Black Sea war
risk premiums prompt a shift in trade volumes toward Baltic routes. YOUR PREFERRED AGENT IN MARITIME HOTSPOTS
MaltaPanama SpainGibraltarDenmarkEgyptSingaporeTurkey
LETH NEWSLETTER Aug 2026
If you have questions about the statistics in this article or require further information, please reach out to our team at:
[email protected]
Add your body text
We are pleased to share that Ludvig from Leth Danish Straits
Copenhagen, will be relocating to Athens, taking on a new role
focused on strengthening our operational support for clients in
the Greek maritime industry.
Being close to our clients and understanding what matters
most to them has always been central to how we work at Leth.
It is why we have built a global network of offices over the years,
from Copenhagen to Singapore, Dubai, Panama and Shanghai,
each one grounded in local presence and direct client
relationships. Ludvig's move to
Athens is a natural extension of that same approach.
A significant share of vessels transiting the Danish Straits
belong to Greek owners and operators. Having Ludvig based in
Athens will strengthen the connection between our operations
team in Denmark and our Greek clients, enabling faster
communication and a better understanding of their operational
needs.
“As I begin this new chapter in Greece, I look forward to
connecting with people and companies across the Greek
maritime community and developing strong, long-term
relationships."
Should you wish to get in touch, please feel free to contact me
directly by phone at +45 26 29 58 18 or by email at
[email protected].”
Ludvig Fabricius
Operator | LETH Danish Straits
Leth Danish Straits expanding to Athens
