Shipping industry on edge after vessel attacks despite US-Iran ceasefire agreement
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Matthew Rajendra
Summary
Two vessel attacks since Friday have heightened caution among shipowners as they reassess risks to crew and vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. Despite a fragile US-Iran agreement to pause strikes, the ceasefire's lack of clarity makes it challenging for industry players to make informed decisions about strait transits. While some vessels have crossed the strait over the weekend, participants do not foresee a return to pre-war shipping levels anytime soon, even as another round of US-Iran discussions is scheduled.
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bskyShipping industry on edge after vessel attacks despite US-Iran ceasefire agreementlloydslist.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledTwo vessel attacks since Friday have created a new air of caution around shipowners as they reassess risk to crew and vessel
Fragility of ceasefire has made it challenging for players to make informed decisions about strait transits, given lack of clarity around terms
Participants do not see a return to pre-war levels any time soon even as the US and Iran promised to stop attacks
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