Sanctions screening of YURIY KUCHIEV (IMO 9804033) as of 2026-10-11: AMBER. 1 listing matched on identifier in a non-designating source (a watchlist or advisory list, not an OFAC, EU, UK or UN designation); manual verification required. Check the current status for IMO 9804033 at https://arcnautical.com/check/9804033.
YURIY KUCHIEV is a Cyprus-flagged vessel with 1 unconfirmed sanctions match (OpenSanctions, review required).
Key verifiable facts
Unconfirmed sanctions matchIMO match on OpenSanctions, program ua_war_sanctions — a watchlist or unconfirmed record, not a confirmed designationSource: OpenSanctions · as of 2026-10-11Needs review — manual verification against the primary list is required.
Flag-state PSC performanceCyprus flag — Paris MoU White List (3% 3-yr detention); Tokyo MoU White List (4%)Source: Paris MoU WGB 2021–2023 + Tokyo MoU 2023 lists · reconciled as of 2026-05-30
Sanctions screeningAMBER — 1 listing matched on identifier in a non-designating source (a watchlist or advisory list, not an OFAC, EU, UK or UN designation); manual verification required.Source: ArcNautical sanctions screening · as of 2026-10-11
YURIY KUCHIEV matched 1 sanctions record. 1 of these is an IMO or MMSI match in a watchlist or unconfirmed record, not a confirmed designation — review before applying compliance actions.
Source list
Programs
Match type
Confidence
OpenSanctions
ua_war_sanctions
Exact IMO
100%
Corporate Ownership & Opacity
15/100Low opacity
Registered entity
Not in GLEIF registry
LEI registration is voluntary for non-financial maritime entities; absence is itself a signal.
+15No GLEIF/LEI record (LEI registration voluntary for non-financial maritime entities)
Recent Port Calls (AIS)
No AIS port-call data captured for YURIY KUCHIEV in the last 180 days. Sanctioned vessels frequently transmit AIS irregularly or disable transponders entirely — this absence is itself a vetting signal documented in the OFAC, EU, and IMO sanctions evasion advisories.
Flag State Risk Analysis: Cyprus
White ListCY
YURIY KUCHIEV flies the Cyprus flag, which records a Paris MoU 3-year detention rate of 3% (White List) and a Tokyo MoU rate of 4% (White List). Worst-list placement: White List.
Live Sanctions Screening
Sanctions
AMBER
1 listing matched on identifier in a non-designating source (a watchlist or advisory list, not an OFAC, EU, UK or UN designation); manual verification required.
Ownership Opacity
15
LOW OPACITY
0 = transparent · 100 = opaque
Vetting Grade
D
Score: 61/100
substandard
Weekly snapshot · as of 2026-10-11
As of 2026-10-11
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Ownership chain details, sanctions match evidence, PSC detention records, and PDF report after manual review for YURIY KUCHIEV.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is YURIY KUCHIEV (IMO 9804033) sanctioned?
Sanctions screening of YURIY KUCHIEV (IMO 9804033) returned AMBER. 1 listing matched on identifier in a non-designating source (a watchlist or advisory list, not an OFAC, EU, UK or UN designation); manual verification required. Related programs: Ukraine War Sanctions. Use the live screening tool above for the most current status.
What is IMO number 9804033?
IMO 9804033 is the International Maritime Organization identification number permanently assigned to YURIY KUCHIEV. IMO numbers are unique 7-digit identifiers that remain with a vessel throughout its lifetime, regardless of changes in name, flag, or ownership. They are the primary identifier used in sanctions screening, port state control, and maritime compliance.
How is the vessel vetting grade calculated?
ArcNautical's vetting grade (A through E) is a composite score based on five weighted factors: PSC detention history (30%), flag state performance (25%), ownership transparency (20%), vessel age (15%), and inspection recency (10%). Data is sourced from Paris MOU, Tokyo MOU, GLEIF corporate registry, and OFAC/EU/UN sanctions databases.