Shipping data: Only 77 ships have passed through the Strait of Hormuz since March 1

Golden Ten Data reported on March 14 that the conflict between the US, Israel, and Iran has caused a “blockage” in the global energy transport route, the Strait of Hormuz. Shipping data shows that since March 1, only 77 vessels have passed through the Strait of Hormuz. In comparison, from March 1 to 11 last year, 1,229 vessels passed through this strait. On March 13, AFP cited the British Lloyd’s Ship Information Service, reporting that most of the 77 vessels that passed are old ships in poor condition, without proper insurance, and with unclear ownership. This institution, which provides shipping data and analysis services, stated that most of these ships belong to the so-called “shadow fleet,” referring to oil tankers and LNG carriers that evade Western sanctions.