Al Khamael Maritime Services

On March 26, 2020, OFAC is took action against "Khamael Maritime Services (AKMS), an Iraq-based company operating out of Umm Qasr port in which the IRGC-QF has a financial interest. The IRGC-QF leveraged Shiite militia group contacts to evade Iraqi government inspection protocol at Umm Qasr port and has charged foreign companies and vessels fees for services at its terminal at the port. AKMS also worked to sell Iranian-origin petroleum products in contravention of U.S. sanctions against the Iranian regime. AKMS is being designated pursuant to E.O. 13224 for being owned, controlled, or directed by, directly or indirectly, the IRGC-QF." (U.S. Treasury, "Treasury Designates Vast Network of IRGC-QF Officials and Front Companies in Iraq, Iran," 3/26/2020). (https://home.treasury.gov/index.php/news/press-releases/sm957)