Strait of Hormuz Remains Largely Closed After 94 Days of Disruption

​Shipping Industry Still Avoids Key Waterway
Despite political claims that reopening may be near, most major shipping companies remain unwilling to fully resume operations through the Strait of Hormuz.

Global Energy Supply Remains Constrained
The closure continues to restrict roughly 20% of global oil supply, along with significant volumes of liquefied natural gas and fertilizer exports.

Traffic Remains Far Below Normal Levels
According to shipping data, only a handful of vessels are currently moving through the strait each day, compared with roughly 100 cargo-carrying ships during normal operations.

Industry Confidence Has Not Returned
Shipping executives, insurers, and vessel operators continue demanding stronger guarantees of long-term safety before restoring regular service.

Military Presence Has Not Solved Problem
Attempts to encourage commercial transit through military support have not been enough to restore normal shipping activity.

Vessel Attacks Continue Raising Risks
The conflict has resulted in dozens of vessel strikes and multiple fatalities, reinforcing concerns about maritime security in the region.

Major Shipping Companies Remain Trapped
Several large container ships remain stranded in the Persian Gulf, disrupting supply chains and delaying deliveries throughout the region.

Industry Opposes Future Transit Fees
Shipping leaders are urging governments to preserve freedom of navigation and avoid imposing tolls or restrictions once the strait reopens.

Shipping Rates Continue Climbing
Global freight rates have surged as companies reroute cargo and absorb higher operational risks caused by the disruption.

Outlook Points to Slow Recovery
​Even if a peace agreement is reached, industry leaders expect it could take months before ship owners, insurers, and crews regain enough confidence for traffic to return to pre-conflict levels.