The Australian government has imposed sanctions on 60 vessels that are part of Russia’s so-called “shadow fleet.” These are the first measures of this kind in the country’s history, according to a statement from Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs.

Russia uses the listed vessels to circumvent sanctions and illegally export oil and other restricted goods.

“By employing deceptive practices — including reflagging, disabling tracking systems, and operating with inadequate insurance — Russia’s shadow fleet enables the illicit trade of Russian oil and other sanctioned commodities,” the statement reads.

Australia’s sanctions include denying these vessels access to ports, forcing them to change course, or requiring them to leave territorial waters. In total, Australia has now sanctioned over 1,400 Russian entities, individuals, and vessels.

Earlier, Canada introduced new restrictions, adding 201 vessels, 77 individuals, 39 organizations, and nearly 1,000 goods — including dual-use technologies — to its sanctions list.

Previously, Japan accepted a shipment of Russian oil delivered by the Voyager, a tanker blacklisted by both the U.S. and the EU. Similar vessels have also been used to transport Iranian oil to China, particularly near the coast of Malaysia.