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Strait of Hormuz Transit Remains on Hold for Norwegian Vessels

Despite the two-week ceasefire agreed between the United States and Iran, Norwegian shipowners are still waiting for sufficient clarity to resume sailings through the critical Strait of Hormuz. The Norwegian Shipowners’ Association, which represents 130 companies with a combined fleet of 1,500 vessels worldwide, expressed ongoing concerns about the security situation in the Gulf.

According to the association’s CEO, Knut Arild Hareide, the recent signals of a ceasefire have not yet alleviated the uncertainty surrounding safe passage through the Strait. Hareide emphasized that shipowners require more information before resuming transit operations, citing the need for real security guarantees to ensure safe passage.

Similarly, Denmark’s Maersk shipping company has also stated that the ceasefire announcement has not provided sufficient certainty to resume normal operations in the region.

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