US Sanctions in Venezuela - Using AIS and Network Analysis to Visualize Impact with Sofia Vargas

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Written By Adam Simmons

C4ADS analyst Sofia Vargas is mapping out and analyzing ships' behavior in and near the Venezuelan Exclusive Economic Zone following U.S. sanctions on the Venezuelan oil sector. By fusing AIS data, vessel identifier data, and corporate ownership information, C4ADS is harnessing publicly available information to monitor risks posed by sanctions in the maritime domain.

To see some of C4ADS cited work, check out the following article by Armando.info: https://armando.info/Reportajes/Details/2557

Access the story mentioned in the webinar here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/the_americas/in-the-us-embargo-on-venezuelan-oil-russia-is-a-clear-winner/2020/02/06/c45ca39e-476e-11ea-91ab-ce439aa5c7c1_story.html

Adam Simmons

Geospatial Industry Consultant | Founder, Project Geospatial

Adam Simmons is a geospatial technology liaison and strategic advisor with over 20 years of experience across the defense and commercial sectors. A veteran of the U.S. Air Force, he specialized in imagery analysis and order of battle before transitioning to executive leadership as the CEO of Midgard Raven, LLC and the founder of Project Geospatial, a 501(c)(3) dedicated to highlighting innovation within the geospatial ecosystem. Adam bridges the gap between technical development and market storytelling, leveraging his extensive background as a journalist and industry consultant to help companies navigate complex technology landscapes.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/adamsimmonsgeo
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