Maritime traffic through the strategic Strait of Hormuz has dropped sharply since the began of March, with only 116 vessels recorded passing through the waterway, marking a 97% decline compare to the last month, according to a report by Financial Times.
The report highlights the severe disruption to one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes amid escalating regional tensions and ongoing conflict, raising concerns over global energy supplies and maritime security.
According to the report, no vessels bound for either the United States or Europe have transited the strait since the outbreak of hostilities, underscoring the scale of the disruption to international trade flows.
Shipping companies have reportedly adopted extraordinary measures to navigate the crisis، including changing vessel registrations and sailing under Pakistani flags in order to secure passage through the strait. These adjustments reflect growing concerns among operators over safety risks and potential targeting in the region.
The Financial Times also noted that previous arrangements allowing passage through the Strait of Hormuz were seen as a goodwill gesture toward Donald Trump, though such mechanisms now appear to have largely broken down amid the current escalation.
The Strait of Hormuz, which handles a significant share of the world’s seaborne oil exports, has long been considered a geopolitical flashpoint. The sharp decline in maritime navigation signals a potential escalation in economic fallout from the conflict, with analysts warning of ripple effects across global energy markets and supply chains.
There has been no immediate official comments from international maritime authorities or governments regarding the reported drop in traffic, but the situation is being closely monitored as tensions in the region continue to unfold.
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