Traffic starts trickling through Strait of Hormuz: Who's moving through and who's still stranded or diverting - CNBC

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March 18, 2026
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Traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is resuming after disruptions forced vessels to divert or anchor.

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Traffic is beginning to resume through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway through which roughly one-third of global maritime oil trade typically flows. The reopening follows disruptions that forced some vessels to divert around Africa or remain anchored, disrupting energy markets and global supply chains. The strait's strategic importance means even temporary closures or slowdowns can ripple across international commerce, affecting oil prices and shipping costs worldwide. Some cargo is moving again, though full normalcy has not returned and certain operators remain cautious about transit conditions. The resumption will be closely watched by energy traders and shipping companies seeking to restore predictable routes and reduce the costs associated with longer diversions.

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