Several liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers have crossed
the Strait of Hormuz in recent days despite rising tensions in the Middle East.
However, vessel-tracking data show that overall daily maritime traffic has
declined.
According to data from vessel-tracking firms, at least 22
Japan-linked ships have left the Gulf region since Tuesday.
Shipping companies and governments are closely monitoring
the situation in the Strait of Hormuz following attacks on Iranian commercial
vessels and ret...