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More Oil Tankers Use Oman Coast Route Through Strait of Hormuz
A growing number of oil tankers are transiting the Strait of Hormuz via a route closer to Oman’s coast. Many are traveling with AIS transponders turned off to reduce visibility amid regional security concerns.
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A growing number of oil tankers are using a route closer to Oman’s coast to transit the Strait of Hormuz, according to reporting cited by @FirstSquawk. The vessels are often traveling with AIS transponders turned off. The change is described as an effort to avoid security threats in the region.
No specific dates, volumes, or named companies were provided in the report. The Strait of Hormuz remains a key passage for global oil shipments. The reported behavior has not been independently verified beyond the cited source.
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