So far their movement through the narrow straits remains largely unaffected
Increased alert is the competent departments of the Ministry of Shipping, in fear of further escalation of tension in the Red Sea and the possible closure of strategic importance Straits of Ormuz.
According to sources from the Ministry of Shipping in RES-EIA, in the wider Persian Gulf and Oman Gulf, there are currently about 200 vessels of Greek interests, with Greece maintaining a strong presence on the maritime trade routes of the area.
Despite increased concern, shipping industry executives point out that the movement of ships through the Straits of the Ormuz remains largely unaffected, as the contracts in force bind companies to comply with the agreed transport terms.