The tanker belongs to the fleet of the russian company Gazpromneft Marine Bunker LLC (TIN 7838392447, subject to USA and Ukrainian sanctions) — a subsidiary of the sanctioned Gazprom Neft PJSC. Gazpromneft Marine Bunker LLC is the operator of the bunker business of Gazprom Neft PJSC, providing year-round supplies of marine fuels and lubricants for sea and river transport in the largest ports of the North-West, Black Sea, and Far East regions, as well as in the Arctic and on inland waterways. During the G7 and EU oil embargo and price cap policy on russian oil / petroleum products, the tanker is involved in the export of russian oil / petroleum products. The vessel engages in deceptive, high-risk practices (AIS shutdown), particularly in the Gulf of Finland. Since October 24, 2025, the EU imposed sanctions on the vessel.