The US Central Command (CENTCOM) has disclosed that more than 1,000 commercial vessels have successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz with US Navy assistance since early May.
The figure represents a significant increase from previous estimates of 800 ships, highlighting the scale of ongoing maritime operations in one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.
The disclosure comes as Iran and Oman reportedly negotiate the potential reopening of the strait, a move contingent on the lifting of US-imposed restrictions.
The updated vessel count suggests that commercial shipping has continued at a robust pace despite the geopolitical friction, challenging perceptions of a complete shutdown in the corridor.
For energy markets, the data reinforces the reality that supply flows remain active, albeit under heightened security conditions.
While the Strait of Hormuz remains a focal point for risk premiums in crude oil, the steady volume of assisted transits indicates that physical disruption has not yet materialized into a supply shock.