Two months in: What container data tells us about the Hormuz crisis

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The Strait of Hormuz crisis has left numerous container vessels trapped, causing significant delays and challenges for shipping industries. Data reveals that a high percentage of these vessels continue to wait for resolution in the Persian Gulf.

When the Strait of Hormuz effectively closed to commercial traffic, 53 container vessels belonging to the world’s top shipping lines found themselves trapped inside the Persian Gulf. Two months on, Kpler’s Container Intelligence data paints a stark picture: 79% are still waiting. Current situation for container vessels Of the 53 container vessels initially caught inside ...