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Greece Blocks EU Sanctions to Shield Dynagas LNG Fleet

7/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Greece blocked the EU’s 21st sanctions package against Russia, arguing it would cripple Dynagas, owned by George Prokopiou.
Athens opposed a ban on Russian LNG transport to third countries because Dynagas operates five Arc7 and four Arc4 vessels built for Yamal.
Since early 2025 Dynagas has moved over 10 million tonnes of Russian LNG, completed 140 voyages and earned about 35 % of its 2025 revenue.

History

Historical Context

The EU’s first wide-scale sanctions after Russia’s 2014 Crimea annexation froze €1.5 billion of assets and barred LNG projects, marking the start of a tightening regime that expanded after the 2022 invasion. Greece’s recent refusal to back a new sanctions package echoes that early dissent, while George Prokopiou’s Dynagas fleet now transports Yamal LNG, accounting for about 35 % of its revenue.

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Story summary

Greece blocked the EU’s 21st sanctions package against Russia, arguing it would cripple Dynagas, owned by George Prokopiou.
Athens opposed a ban on Russian LNG transport to third countries because Dynagas operates five Arc7 and four Arc4 vessels built for Yamal.
Since early 2025 Dynagas has moved over 10 million tonnes of Russian LNG, completed 140 voyages and earned about 35 % of its 2025 revenue.

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