What evidence shows that oil shipments through the Strait of Hormuz are continuing despite recent attacks?

Satellite images from the European Union’s Sentinel 2 satellite showed 12 cargo transfers conducted outside the Strait of Hormuz—along a stretch of water spanning over 100 kilometers off the coasts of Oman and the UAE—indicating vessels are crossing the strait 'dark' (without AIS signals). Additionally, vessel-tracking data from Bloomberg, Kpler, and Vortexa confirmed that at least four outbound supertankers carrying eight million barrels of crude reappeared after transiting Hormuz since Saturday.

How are shuttle operations and coastal routing helping sustain global oil supply amid regional conflict?

Shuttling and offshore cargo transfers are providing a 'vital lifeline for global energy markets' by enabling millions of barrels per day to bypass direct exposure while still exiting the region, thereby easing supply losses caused by the conflict and helping restrain oil prices; many vessels escaping Hormuz are using a route hugging Oman’s coastline and receiving assistance from the US military during transit.

A Dozen Ships Switch Oil Outside Hormuz as Barrels Keep Flowing

Aug 11, 2026

Satellite data revealed 12 tankers conducting cargo transfers outside the Strait of Hormuz, maintaining global oil supply amid regional attacks. This activity supports energy markets and boosted ADNOC's quarterly earnings through higher freight rates.

bloomberg

2026-08-11

A Dozen Ships Switch Oil Outside Hormuz as Barrels Keep Flowing

A Dozen Ships Switch Oil Outside Hormuz as Barrels Keep Flowing

FAQ