Global Energy Crisis Deepens: Supertankers Make Rare Exit from Vital Waterway. As the world grapples with a severe energy crunch, a concerning trend has emerged in the global oil market. Shipping data reveals that three massive supertankers, each capable of carrying millions of barrels of oil, have recently exited a crucial waterway. The departure of these vessels from the Strait of Malacca, one of the world's most critical shipping lanes, has sparked fears of a potential shortage in oil supplies. The move comes at a time when global energy prices are already soaring, and many countries are struggling to meet their energy demands.
Three supertankers laden with oil exit waterway amid global energy crunch, shipping data shows.
