WANA (Apr 28) – New statistics released regarding the Strait of Hormuz indicate that between March 4 and April 20, a total of 187 vessels transited the waterway.

 

The data highlights a significant concentration of maritime trade among a select group of nations.

 

Key Findings:

 

  • China & Hong Kong lead the rankings, accounting for 20.3% of the total traffic.

 

  • Greece follows with a substantial 16% share of maritime transport.

 

  • Iran and the UAE are tied, each representing 12.3% of the transits.

 

The remaining 39% of traffic is distributed among the rest of the world.

 

These figures specifically track eastward-bound transits through the strait, underscoring the strategic importance of this corridor for specific global players.