Oman’s Sohar port is emerging as a key hub for ship-to-ship oil transfers as shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz remain disrupted. The strategic location is drawing increased activity as vessels seek alternative methods to bypass ongoing blockades. Industry observers note the shift reflects broader concerns over regional stability and the flow of global oil supplies. The development highlights how geopolitical tensions are reshaping maritime trade patterns in the Gulf region.
Oman’s Sohar port is becoming a popular spot for ship-to-ship oil transfers amid continued Hormuz blockade.