TankerTrackers Clarifies Kharg Island Tanker Activity
TankerTrackers stated that two small Handymax tankers loading crude oil at Iran's Kharg Island are delivering to domestic refineries. The clarification addresses social media reports about the loadings.
rediff.comTankerTrackers reported that two small Handymax tankers are loading crude oil at Iran's Kharg Island for delivery to refineries elsewhere in Iran. The statement came after social media posts described the activity without specifying the destination.
Island serves as Iran's main oil export terminal. The island handles loading operations for both domestic and international shipments. TankerTrackers noted that the current loadings involve smaller vessels typically used for shorter routes within the country.
The two Handymax tankers are not part of any export shipments, according to the report. TankerTrackers issued the statement to correct assumptions about the cargo destinations.
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