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Superyachts owned by Russians can no longer take advantage of Guernsey's duty-free marine fuel following the introduction of emergency sanctions in response to the invasion of Ukraine.
The States yesterday confirmed that Guernsey is taking sweeping measures to keep out aircraft and boats connected with people from Russia.
Pilots will find the airport, the airspace above the Bailiwick and the harbours closed if their planes or vessels are owned by, registered in or otherwise connected with Russia.
The States said: "The Acting Director of Civil Aviation has published new regulations meaning with immediate effect no aircraft which is owned, chartered or operated by a person connected with Russia, or which is registered in Russia, is permitted to fly in airspace above the Bailiwick or its territorial waters.
"Guernsey is following the UK in terms of the implementation of all its sanctions measures and this will include the ban in access to our ports for vessels registered in Russia, flying the Russian flag as well as vessels owned, controlled, chartered or operated by any person connected with Russia or a designated person."
Pictured: The superyacht 'Le Grand Bleu', seen here near Ellis Island in New York City, has been a visitor to Guernsey.
In recent years, Guernsey has become a popular refuelling destination for superyachts passing through the English Channel, partly because of fuel duty arrangements designed to attract their business.
Another superyacht seen in Guernsey is 'Le Grand Bleu', which is owned by Eugene Shvidler, a Russian-American oil businessman.
'Le Grand Bleu' was previously owned by Roman Abramovich, the owner of Chelsea Football Club. He is reported to have lost the vessel to his friend, Mr Shvidler, in a bet around 15 years ago.
Pictured (top): The superyacht 'Eminence' in Guernsey to refuel in 2020.
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