tankers
Coverage of tankers in the Nexus archive.
- Demand for tankers soars as Gulf oil producers search for ways to export cargoes
The demand for tankers is soaring as Gulf oil producers look for methods to export cargoes. These oil-exporting countries aim to secure their own fleets, a trend that is driving up prices, particularly for readily available vessels.
- Shipping traffic at key Gulf waterways little changed on uncertain peace talks
Shipping traffic through the Bab el-Mandeb and Strait of Hormuz remained stable at the start of the week, with 20 vessels passing through the Bab el-Mandeb strait, including 12 tankers and eight bulk carriers. The movement of vessels occurred amid ongoing uncertainty about peace talks between the United States and Iran.
- Tankers near Oman come under fire as Iran threatens to choke off shipping routes
Tankers near Oman were attacked as Iran threatened to disrupt shipping routes. U.S. media reports indicate President Donald Trump is preparing potential strikes against Iran.
- Iran claims strikes on ships in Strait of Hormuz and U.S. base in Kuwait
Iran claims it targeted U.S. facilities in Kuwait and struck two tankers in the Strait of Hormuz under U.S. aerial escort. The attacks are reported to involve both military and maritime assets.
- Hormuz Shipping Traffic Picks Up Despite Middle East Hostilities
Shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has increased despite ongoing hostilities in the Middle East. The US navy has been escorting tankers across the waterway.
- China in touch with Yemen's Houthis to allow ships to sail through Red Sea, sources say
China has engaged in direct talks with Yemen's Houthi movement to ensure its tankers can navigate the southern Red Sea without attacks. The Iran-aligned militia has pledged to block access to Saudi ports, prompting the negotiations.
- Saudi Arabia strikes Houthis after Iran-backed rebels target tankers
Saudi Arabia has launched strikes against the Houthis following attacks by Iran-backed rebels on tankers. The Kingdom's civil defense forces have issued warnings about key energy sites being at risk of retaliatory attacks.
- As oil soars, experts watch Red Sea tankers for clarity on Houthi blockade
Houthi attacks are influencing the routing of Saudi crude shipments, though oil continues to move despite rising prices. Experts are monitoring Red Sea tankers for clarity on the Houthi blockade's impact.
- Yemen’s Houthis target tankers in Red Sea as US launches another night of strikes on Iran
Yemen’s Houthis targeted tankers in the Red Sea, with Saudi Arabia reporting one of its ships hit and a fire caused, though the crew was safe. The US House approved a $1 trillion defense bill aimed at boosting security ties with Israel.
- IRGC says two tankers caught on fire after blasts while passing through Hormuz Strait
The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) reported that two tankers caught fire after explosions while passing through the Strait of Hormuz. The IRGC stated that rescue units are evacuating the crews and that the strait will remain closed as long as 'America's evils continue in the region.'
- Oil returns above $90 as Iran hits tankers
Oil prices have risen above $90 as Iran attacks tankers, while the US conducts new attacks that are increasing American casualties.
- India-linked ships among top Hormuz transit users, MarineTraffic says
India-linked ships accounted for 20% of outbound transit requests through the Strait of Hormuz, second only to China's 21%, while India was the largest origin for vessels entering the Gulf with 21% of requests. Iran's Persian Gulf Strait Authority reported over 200 transit permit applications from non-Iranian vessels, with tankers making up 41% of requests.
- Iran-Linked Tankers U-Turn and Zig-Zag as US Enforces Blockade
Two US-sanctioned tankers carrying cooking fuel are performing U-turns and zig-zag maneuvers in the Gulf of Oman and Arabian Sea as part of a flotilla of Iranian energy export vessels facing an aggressive US blockade. The US is enforcing a blockade to restrict Iran's shipping activities.
- Russia accuses Ukraine of terrorism in Sea of Azov as Kyiv opens new front in war
Russia accused Ukraine of terrorism over attacks on shipping in the Sea of Azov, a key grain export route. Ukrainian drones targeted 11 Russian vessels, including tankers and cargo ships, with 116 total vessels struck in nine days.
- US bombs Iran again, Tehran strikes Gulf, tankers: What’s the latest?
The US has bombed Iran again, while Tehran has launched strikes in the Gulf and against tankers. Trump has threatened attacks on Iranian targets, including Pickaxe Mountain, but indicated a potential deal is possible.
- Iran Sneaking Out Tankers Via Hormuz as Trump Amps Up Threats
Iran is discreetly moving tankers through the Strait of Hormuz as Donald Trump increases threats. Only three ships were openly signaling their transits through the strait early Tuesday.
- Latin America Defense Monitor — July 2–7, 2026
The region’s largest annual air-force drill, Salitre 2026, began in Chile’s Atacama Desert, featuring warplanes, tankers, and transport aircraft from multiple countries. The exercise is part of the weekly Latin America Defense Monitor report.
- Ukrainian Forces Strike 21 Russian Tankers, Four Tugboats, and Two Cargo Ships in Azov Sea
Ukrainian Defense Forces struck 21 Russian tankers, four tugboats, and two cargo ships in the Sea of Azov on July 11, targeting assets used to bypass sanctions and support military logistics.
- Ukraine escalates attacks on tankers near Crimea as Russian fuel shortages bite
Ukraine has intensified drone strikes on tankers near Crimea as part of a campaign to disrupt Russian fuel supplies and transportation routes in the region. The attacks aim to exacerbate existing fuel shortages in Crimea.
- Ukrainian Drones Strike Russian Oil Sites and Tankers
Ukrainian drones conducted overnight air attacks targeting Russian oil sites and tankers. At least one person was killed in annexed Crimea during the attacks, which also targeted industrial sites nationwide.
- Russia Reports Fresh Drone Attack on Tankers in Taganrog Bay, Fires Break Out
Russian officials reported two tankers damaged in a drone attack overnight in Taganrog Bay, resulting in fires and crew evacuations. Rostov Governor stated over two dozen drones were intercepted by Russian air defenses during the incident.
- Trump declares deal with Iran is DEAD after 'scum' opened fire on tankers
Trump declared a deal with Iran is no longer viable after Iran fired on tankers. The attack has escalated tensions between the two parties.
- Tankers Trickle Through Hormuz After US Strikes Iran
Tankers are slowly passing through the Hormuz Strait following US military strikes against Iran. The situation highlights tensions in the region amid ongoing conflicts.
- U.S. rescinds waiver permitting Iranian oil sales after Iranian attacks on tankers
The Trump administration revoked a waiver allowing Iranian oil sales, a key source of revenue for the regime. The decision followed Iran's attacks on three tankers in the Strait of Hormuz.
- Strait of Hormuz threat level raised to 'severe' after Iran attacks tankers using U.S. Navy route
The threat level at the Strait of Hormuz has been raised to 'severe' following Iran's attacks on tankers using a U.S. Navy route. Iran's military warned it will target ships that do not use a northern route approved by Tehran.
- Tankers Cross Hormuz Via US-Protected Corridor
Tankers are crossing the Hormuz Strait via a corridor protected by the United States. The movement highlights US involvement in securing maritime routes in the region.
- Tankers U-Turn in Hormuz, With Some Taking Iran Route Instead
At least eight tankers were observed U-turning near the Strait of Hormuz on the Omani side, with four vessels subsequently taking an alternative route along Iran. The shift suggests potential disruptions or security concerns in the region.
- Strait of Hormuz transits increase as US-Iran ceasefire holds
The number of ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz has quadrupled over the past week as tankers cautiously return amid a holding US-Iran ceasefire.
- As Visakhapatnam rises skyward, groundwater sinks in Yendada-Madhurawada corridor
Visakhapatnam's rapid vertical expansion is depleting groundwater in the Yendada-Madhurawada corridor, as water supply and natural recharge cannot keep pace. Suburban areas increasingly rely on borewells and tankers for water.
- Ukraine argues it can legally attack Russia’s shadow fleet
Ukraine claims it has legal grounds to attack Russia’s shadow fleet, justifying strikes on tankers. Russia has accused Ukraine of terrorism and sent a letter to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) regarding the issue.
- Ships crossing Hormuz use Oman passage despite Iran warnings
Ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz continued using a non-Iranian-approved passage near Oman despite Iranian warnings, with 42 commodity vessels transiting on Thursday and 29 by Friday afternoon. A projectile struck one vessel, but traffic levels declined from Wednesday's peak of 57 ships.
- Ships crossing Hormuz use Oman passage despite Iran warnings
Traffic in the Strait of Hormuz decreased, with 42 commodity vessels crossing on Thursday, half using a southern passageway near Oman despite Iran's warnings and a projectile strike reported. The number of vessels dropped from Wednesday's 57 to 42, with 10 entering and 32 exiting the Gulf.
- Traffic Flows Through Hormuz Despite Shock Container Ship Attack
Traffic continued through the Strait of Hormuz on Friday as several tankers and bulk carriers transited the area despite a recent container ship attack.
- Oil prices erase wartime gains as supply concerns ease with Hormuz tanker traffic resuming
Oil prices fell as investors anticipated improved global crude supplies, with tankers stranded in the Persian Gulf beginning to exit the Strait of Hormuz. The decline erased previous wartime gains in oil prices.
- Hormuz Traffic Picks Up as More Tankers Cross With Open Signals
The Strait of Hormuz saw increased traffic as seven tankers, including the Universal Glory, sailed through with open signals on Tuesday.
- While Trump hails Gulf oil flowing, Iran's fleet also gearing up to boost exports
U.S. President Donald Trump has highlighted the resumption of Gulf oil flows, while Iran is preparing to increase exports. At least three tankers carrying five million barrels of Iranian oil have bypassed the U.S. naval blockade, despite ongoing U.S. military operations against Iran-linked shipping until Friday.
- No victory, no defeat: Iran war pauses with fragile freeze
The US-Israel conflict with Iran has paused after 108 days, marked by a fragile freeze with drones grounded and tankers resuming movement through the Strait of Hormuz. An electronically signed memorandum formalized the pause, ending the war without clear victory or defeat.
- US Plans to Cut One-Third of Fighter Jets It Provides to NATO in Europe, Report Says
The US reportedly plans to reduce fighter jets, surveillance aircraft, tankers, and naval assets assigned to NATO operations in Europe. This move is reported to raise pressure on allies to address key defense gaps.
- Trump says pilots fine after Apache helicopter crashes near Strait of Hormuz
Trump stated that pilots involved in an Apache helicopter crash near the Strait of Hormuz are fine. Apache helicopters are central to the U.S. military's enforcement of a blockade on Iranian crude oil shipments and tankers, aimed at pressuring Tehran into reaching a deal.
- Nigeria: NPA, Nimasa, Others Watch As Tankers Shut Down Mile 2-Apapa Expressway
Motorists and commuters were stranded due to a gridlock caused by an upsurge of tankers on the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway, blocking vehicular movement and access roads. The incident involved the Nigeria Ports Authority (NPA), Nigeria Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (Nimasa), and other stakeholders monitoring the situation.