Strait of Hormuz: maritime traffic falls 95% since the start of the conflict
Maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz has fallen 95% since the start of the conflict, according to Kpler. Only 138 crossings were recorded from March 1-21, mainly Iranian or sanctioned vessels.
| Countries | Iran, Chine, Inde, Émirats Arabes Unis, Koweït |
|---|---|
| Companies | Kpler, Lloyd's List, JPMorgan |
| Sector | Pétrole, Transport stockage, Gaz, GNL |
| Theme | Politique & Géopolitique, Sécurité énergétique |
The Strait of Hormuz, a 167-kilometer maritime route, handles in peacetime the transit of one fifth of global oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies. Since the American-Israeli strikes against Iran on February 28, which triggered Iranian forces to block this crucial commercial route, traffic has ground to a near-complete halt. From March 1-21, cargo carriers made only 138 crossings according to analytics firm Kpler, a 95% drop compared to pre-conflict levels. This disruption continues to fuel tensions on global oil markets.
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