Jakarta, ThedailyID — Shipping companies remain cautious about sending vessels through the Strait of Hormuz despite a recently announced peace agreement between the United States and Iran.
Many operators are waiting for clearer details on the deal before resuming normal routes through one of the world’s most important energy corridors.
The hesitation comes after U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Washington and Tehran had reached a peace agreement. Trump also said the Strait of Hormuz would reopen to international shipping following the deal.
However, shipping firms remain unconvinced. Several companies noted that previous signs of progress failed to restore normal maritime traffic in the region. As a result, they want more certainty before sending vessels back into the waterway.
The Strait of Hormuz serves as a critical route for global oil and gas shipments. Therefore, any disruption in the area can quickly affect energy markets and international trade.
Although optimism over the agreement pushed oil prices lower, questions remain about how quickly conditions will stabilize. U.S. crude prices fell 4.8%, while Brent crude dropped 3.9% after news of the deal emerged.
Meanwhile, some reports indicate that military restrictions and security measures remain in place despite ongoing peace efforts. Those conditions continue to fuel uncertainty among shipping operators.
Industry observers believe maritime traffic could gradually recover if both sides fully implement the agreement. Until then, many shipping companies are expected to maintain a wait-and-see approach.
