Indonesia’s state-owned oil company Pertamina has confirmed that its very large crude carrier (VLCC), the Pride, is currently undergoing clearance procedures in the Strait of Hormuz.
The vessel remains detained for inspection before it can exit the corridor, marking a continuation of the operational disruptions affecting global energy flows.
This development follows the successful transit of another Pertamina vessel, the Gamsunoro, which recently navigated the strait after a period of delay.
The ongoing clearance process for the Pride highlights the friction caused by Iran’s recent directive requiring oil tankers to use approved routes or face a forceful response.
Satellite imagery indicates that more than 400 large vessels are currently waiting for clearance to transit the Strait of Hormuz, creating significant logistical strain on one of the world’s most vital energy corridors.
The backlog suggests that the new regulatory environment is slowing throughput and increasing uncertainty for shipping operators.