Foreign media reported just nine commercial vessels transited the Strait of
Hormuz on Thursday, down from double digits; eight of the nine were outbound and
the 10‑day average is 18. The nine included one VLCC, several Panamax and
post‑Panamax tankers, a number of short‑ and medium‑range small tanks, and one
ultra‑large gas carrier in ballast. Windward reported five tankers entered the
strait on Wednesday, including one crude tanker, several product tankers and one
LNG carrier. Shipowners and energy exporters have become more cautious
transiting the Strait following a renewal of hostile actions this month.
