Tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is “showing signs of recovery”, with very large crude carriers (VLCC) moving through the strategic waterway.
More significantly, the tankers are moving in both directions — and during daylight hours, according to maritime intelligence firm TankerTrackers.com.
In an update posted early on Tuesday (Sept. 15, 2026), the tracking site said its analysis of satellite imagery captured as of Sept. 14 showed “bi-directional daytime” traffic by VLCC supertankers in the strait.
Increased volumes of crude oil,…
