Kpler data show Hormuz crossings stayed in single digits as no VLCCs or LNG tankers passed
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Kpler data show Hormuz crossings stayed in single digits as no VLCCs or LNG tankers passed
Direct answer
The data confirm a sharp reduction in seaborne flows, which is bullish crude and freight while supporting exposure to alternative routing hubs such as Fujairah.
- Original publisher
- Market Ontology
- Evidence through
- 2026-08-18
- Published
- 2026-10-20
- Revision
- 1 · 2026-10-20
Cite as: Market Ontology, “Kpler data show Hormuz crossings stayed in single digits as no VLCCs or LNG tankers passed”, revision 1, evidence through 2026-08-18. https://marketontology.com/market-events/2026-08-18/kpler-data-show-hormuz-crossings-stayed-in-single-digits-as-no-vlccs-or-lng-tank-d74b0e
How this development reaches the affected companies
| Asset | Exposure and channel | Direction | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| BRENT | lower throughput through Hormuz tightens supply expectations | Up1-5d | six commodity vessels transited and no VLCCs or LNG tankers were recorded |
| VLCC | scarcity of available tonnage on longer routes supports charter rates | Up1-5d | Reuters said no VLCCs passed through the strait on Monday |
| BDI | detours and reduced Gulf loadings can support broader dry and tanker shipping sentiment | Up1-4w | crossings remained in single digits amid stalemate in peace talks |
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