Greek-Operated Tanker Transits Strait of Hormuz with Saudi Crude
Mar 10th 2026
Ship trackers show the Shenlong sailed through the Strait of Hormuz after loading Saudi crude at Ras Tanura, signaling some commercial transit continues despite threats from Iran and a spike in oil prices.
- The Suezmax Shenlong, with about 1 million barrel capacity, loaded Saudi crude at Ras Tanura and is tracked heading to Mumbai.
- Hundreds of ships remain anchored on both sides of the strait as markets watch for any pickup in transit activity.
- Iran's Revolutionary Guards said the strait is closed and warned they would fire on ships attempting to pass.
- Some vessels, including ships managed by Dynacom, have switched off AIS transponders before crossing the strait, according to tracking data.
- Oil prices rose above $119 a barrel amid supply cuts and fears of prolonged shipping disruption.
- The International Maritime Organization urged all parties to respect freedom of navigation and warned about attacks on merchant vessels.