The United Arab Emirates' state-owned oil producer, ADNOC, has initiated a covert shipping operation to export crude oil from the Persian Gulf, bypassing the heavily contested Strait of Hormuz.
The project, which began shortly after the outbreak of war with Iran, relies on a network of 'dark' tanker runs to move cargo out of the region without drawing attention to the transit corridor.
South Korean shipping giant Sinokor Group, led by Ga-Hyun Chung, is facilitating the operation.
The company has emerged as a key player in transporting crude from the Gulf, leveraging its fleet of supertankers to navigate the heightened security risks.
The arrangement allows ADNOC to maintain export volumes despite the severe disruption to conventional shipping lanes through the Strait.
The development underscores the growing complexity of global energy logistics amid the Iran conflict.