Oman has announced a temporary maritime corridor through the Strait of Hormuz, open to all vessels, coordinated with the International Maritime Organization.
The Oman News Agency posted the announcement on X, framing the move as an extension of the Sultanate’s responsibilities toward the strait and its importance to the global economy.
The corridor was established in line with coordinates published by the IMO and Omani maritime authorities. Ships wishing to transit are asked to coordinate directly with the IMO before doing so.
Oman said the move aligns with outcomes reached between the United States and Iran, and reaffirmed its position that navigation through Hormuz must remain free of transit fees, consistent with international maritime law.
The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most consequential shipping chokepoints, carrying a substantial share of global oil exports. Its disruption in recent weeks had drawn alarm from energy markets and shipping operators across the region.
