Vessel-tracking firm Kepler said on Aug. 31 that visible commercial vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz fell to five per day over the weekend of Aug. 29-30 amid fears of attack. Reported traffic comprised small vessels, including two LPG carriers. Kepler warned some ships switch off AIS to avoid detection, so actual transit numbers may be higher.

2026-08-31

Vessel-tracking firm Kepler said on Aug. 31 that visible commercial vessel transits through the Strait of Hormuz fell to five per day over the weekend of Aug. 29-30 amid fears of attack. Reported traffic comprised small vessels, including two LPG carriers. Kepler warned some ships switch off AIS to avoid detection, so actual transit numbers may be higher.