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Shipping

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US and Iranian naval vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, connected by a digital hotline symbolizing de-escalation and secure shipping.
Corporate Strategy

US and Iran establish hotline to secure Strait of Hormuz

On Sunday, only 12 vessels dared to cross the Strait of Hormuz, a stark drop from 35 the previous day, according to Aljazeera .

Siobhan O'Malley·June 24, 2026
US Navy warships escorting a large cargo ship through the Strait of Hormuz, asserting freedom of navigation.
Corporate Strategy

US Forces Ensure Passage After Iran Claims Hormuz Strait Closure

For the first time in 110 days, major international shipping companies are moving vessels through the Strait of Hormuz, defying Iran's declared closure.

Ethan Caldwell·June 23, 2026
The Qatari LNG tanker Al Sahla transiting the Strait of Hormuz, en route to China, under a dramatic sky.
Corporate Strategy

Qatari LNG tanker Al Sahla transits Strait of Hormuz for China

The Qatari LNG tanker Al Sahla is transiting the Strait of Hormuz today, marking only the third such passage since late February 2026.

Siobhan O'Malley·May 25, 2026