Hormuz tanker traffic shows 'signs of recovery' — but Gulf oil flows remain far below normal
Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is "showing signs of recovery", with very large crude carriers (VLCC) moving through the strategic waterway — in both directions and during daylight hours, according to maritime intelligence firm TankerTrackers.com. In an update posted early on Tuesday (Sept. 15, 2026), the tracking site said its analysis of satellite imagery captured as of Sept. 14…
Shipping traffic at the Strait of Hormuz has decreased, with four commodity vessel transits recorded on Monday, down from ten the previous day, according to Kpler data.
However, according to TankerTrackers.com, very large crude carriers are moving through the Strait of Hormuz in both directions and during daylight hours. The firm also reported increased volumes of crude oil, liquefied natural gas, and liquefied petroleum gas being transferred between vessels through ship-to-ship operations in the Gulf of Oman.
The developments reflect an effort to keep Gulf cargoes moving despite ongoing military and security risks in the region.
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