Iran Continues Oil Exports as Nearly 90 Ships Transit Strait of Hormuz

Iran has successfully maintained oil exports despite war-related disruptions and attacks in the Strait of Hormuz spiked above $100 per barrel.

Donald Trump urged allies to deploy warships to reopen the waterway and stabilize oil markets.

Data from Kpler shows that Iran exported more than 16 million barrels since the start of March, demonstrating “continued resilience” in its oil trade, analysts said.

Consulting firm Reddal noted that Iran has managed to preserve its export “artery” while benefiting from rising crude prices.

Between March 1–15, at least 89 vessels passed through the Strait of Hormuz, including 16 oil tankers, according to Lloyd’s List Intelligence.

• Over one-fifth were Iran-affiliated.
• Other vessels were linked to China, Greece, India, and Pakistan.
• India-flagged LPG carriers Shivalik and Nanda Devi and Pakistan-flagged tanker MT Karachi also crossed, reportedly under diplomatic arrangements.

Some ships declared Chinese links or crews to reduce attack risks, creating selective “safe corridors” near the Iranian coast.

Rising oil prices have benefited Iran, which has threatened to block shipments to the US, Israel, and their allies.