DCW Monthly: October 2026
This month’s content follows a standby LC past issuance and asks a practical question: once the instrument is out
OFAC
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DCW Articles
Navigating turbulent waters: The Red Sea crisis and its impact on the fight against financial crime
Houthi attacks in the Red Sea have led to major disruptions in global trade routes. With increased criminal activity and reduced visibility, banks are under increased pressure to meet sanctions and counter terrorism requirements.
Jul/Aug 2024
Celestial Aviation Services Ltd. v. UniCredit Bank GmbH, London Branch [2024]
English Court of Appeal (Civil Division) reversed trial judgments in favour of standby beneficiaries.
DCW Updates
Singapore Cracks Down: CEO Denied Visa Amid Sanctions Violations
Singapore’s Ministry of Manpower denied a work visa to Philip Adkins, CEO of Red Box Energy Services, in June
DCW Updates
OFAC Broadens Sanctions Targeting Houthi Network
On 10 June 2024, the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated for sanctions ten individuals, entities,
DCW Articles
Vessel Due Diligence: The Need to Treat Vessel Screening as a Key Internal Control
FIs have many risks complying with OFAC maritime sanctions, including the "dark fleet". Read about the economic and environmental risks.
DCW Feature
Vessel Due Diligence: The Major Sanctions Risks FIs Face
FIs have many risks complying with OFAC maritime sanctions, including the "dark fleet". Read about the economic and environmental risks.
DCW Conference Report
2024 Americas Trade Finance Compliance Annual Meeting: Executive Summary
IIBLP, LIBF, and Coastline Solutions conducted their 2024 Trade Finance Compliance Annual Meeting on 14 February in New York City. Hosted and co-sponsored by S&P Global Market Intelligence, the event featured more than 15 compliance experts from the operations, regulatory, and private sphere.
DCW Government Report
U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) FAQ 1151
OFAC FAQs surrounding Executive Order 14024
DCW Articles
What We Can Learn From the Kuvera Resources v. JPMorgan Chase Bank Case
Learnings and reflections from the Kuvera Resources v. JPMorgan Chase appeal from 2023.
DCW Government Report
U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) FAQ 973
OFAC FAQs about foreign financial institutions sanctioned pursuant to EO 14024
DCW Updates
OFAC Sanctions 4 Entities for Aiding Sudanese Conflict
On 1 June 2023, the US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated for sanctions controls four companies
DCW Interview
DCW Catches Up With Stefan Tryggvason, Chief Executive Officer of China Systems
DCW Interviews Stefan Tryggvason about global supply chain