In-depth Analysis of the Latest OFAC Sanctions Targeting the Maritime Shipping Industry
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FREE Webinar
CSS Credits: 1.25
Duration:
Speakers:
- Steve Bomgardner, Pole Star
- David Tannenbaum, Blackstone Compliance Services
- Sean T. Pribyl,
Partner Holland & Knight’s
Moderator:
Date:
Time:
- 09:00 AM – 10:15 AM NYC
- 02:00 PM – 03:15 PM London
- 03:00 PM – 04:15 PM Amsterdam
Description:
In an increasingly complex global trade environment, staying updated on the latest regulatory changes is crucial for the maritime shipping industry. In our webinar, we delve into the latest OFAC and coalition sanctions, comprehensively analyzing their impact on the industry.
Through detailed analysis and real-world case studies, attendees will gain valuable insights into compliance best practices, advanced technological tools, and proactive risk management strategies essential for navigating today’s complex regulatory landscape. The session will also feature an extensive Q&A segment with the experts, offering a chance to discuss specific issues and enhance your understanding of compliance strategies.
Key Takeaways Include:
- Russia’s LNG Dark Fleet: The current hot topic is Russia’s recent attempts to evade Coalition sanctions on the Arctic LNG 2 project. These are blocking sanctions (not price cap), and we can go into detail via case study on how Russia is moving its LNG carriers through shell companies, engaging in spoofing, and a realistic take on the risks presented by these actions.
- Russian Price Cap Evasion: In tandem with a white paper we have coming out, we will explore how various shipping firms under UK sanctions for price cap evasion are using management and ownership changes to avoid U.K. sanctions.
- Conflicts of Law and Other Legal Questions: There are a lot of legal issues surrounding maritime sanctions, including the reach of price cap attestations, who is responsible for investigating spoofing incidents, and even how to back out of a transaction when you suspect the parties are acting deceptively.
Certificate of Attendance:
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Speakers
Steve Bomgardner
VP – Commercial Markets
Pole Star Global
Steve’s impressive career trajectory also encompasses influential positions with two renowned ship registries, the Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) and the Liberia International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR). During his tenure, he took charge of operations in the Americas and played a pivotal role in establishing and overseeing a new Offshore and LNG division at LISCR.
Steve’s impressive career trajectory also encompasses influential positions with two renowned ship registries, the Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) and the Liberia International Ship & Corporate Registry (LISCR). During his tenure, he took charge of operations in the Americas and played a pivotal role in establishing and overseeing a new Offshore and LNG division at LISCR.
David Tannenbaum
Blackstone Compliance Services
After joining the private sector in 2013, David created Blackstone Compliance Services, a company specializing in sanctions compliance. As the director of Blackstone, he has led sanctions testing for three major monitorships on behalf of the US Department of Justice, Federal Reserve Board, New York Department of Financial Services, and foreign regulators such as the United Kingdom’s FCA and France’s APCR.
His experience goes beyond representing and responding to regulators and law enforcement authorities. He frequently works with some of the largest financial institutions and Fortune 500 companies to develop compliance programs and implement technology to detect sanctions evasion and money laundering. He has done significant work for half of the global Top-10 financial institutions. He has conducted many complex investigations spanning multiple jurisdictions where he untangled complicated sanctions networks used by North Korea, Iran, Syria, and Russia.
Mr. Tannenbaum graduated magna cum laude with an MBA and a Masters in United States Foreign Policy from American University. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in international studies from American University.
Sean T. Pribyl
Partner
Holland & Knight’s
Mr. Pribyl combines a common sense legal approach with an emphasis on personal relationships with his clients, and brings to bear a significant background with more than 25 years of combined experience as a federal regulator, international maritime and trade attorney, U.S. Coast Guard officer and attorney (JAG), U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) Special U.S. Attorney, merchant mariner deck officer and international protection and indemnity (P&I) club lawyer. With a focus on results, Mr. Pribyl combines the analytical with the practical to offer sound and timely advice on complex compliance matters so that clients can make informed decisions – to avoid potential issues. Mr. Pribyl has also forged a reputation as being an industry thought leader on developing areas of risk and innovation on the horizon to help clients stay “ahead of the game.”
Mr. Pribyl has significant experience in working with clients in regulatory, litigation and compliance matters involving maritime and international trade. He leverages his operator and regulator background to help clients navigate complex and shifting regulatory compliance and enforcement landscapes involving the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Military Sealift Command (MSC), U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), U.S. Department of State (DOS), U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and others.
Prior to joining Holland & Knight, Mr. Pribyl worked as a senior claims executive and lawyer in Arendal, Norway, with the world’s largest P&I Club. Previously, he practiced law at an international law firm in Washington, D.C. Before entering private practice, Mr. Pribyl served as an attorney with the USCG and DOJ, as the primary legal advisor to the federal on-scene coordinator for the Deepwater Horizon Incident Management Team, and as the lead legal advisor to the joint National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB)-USCG major marine casualty investigation and hearing into the allision between the M/V Delta Mariner and Eggners Ferry Bridge.
Prior to law school, Mr. Pribyl was a licensed ship master and worked for eight years as a licensed deck officer aboard offshore supply, container, roll-on/roll-off, break bulk and fiber-optic cable vessels. He also served for 12 years as a naval reserve officer.
Mr. Pribyl is a widely published author in treatises and publications, as well as a regular speaker at international legal and industry conferences and seminars. As a military veteran, Mr. Pribyl proudly represented veterans before the Board of Veterans’ Appeals and volunteers significant time in matters involving defense of merchant mariners’ credentials in USCG Suspension and Revocation proceedings.
Moderator
Ivy Llena
ACSS
Before joining ACSS, she was a program director at a non-profit organization in the Philippines, where she co-designed and co-implemented economic empowerment programs and services for survivors of human trafficking and their families. Ivy also served at the Social Policy Institute at Washington University in St. Louis, where she led and contributed to inclusive economic growth initiatives.
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