Articles mentioning Idemitsu Maru

Idemitsu Maru Tanker Attempts Hormuz Crossing Amid Tensions

The Panama-flagged tanker Idemitsu Maru, carrying 2 million barrels of Saudi oil, is attempting to cross the Strait of Hormuz, according to LSEG shipping data. This marks the first Japan-linked crude tanker to make such a crossing since the onset of the Iran war, as reported by gCaptain.

VLCC Market Hits Record Highs in Supertanker Anniversary Year

The VLCC markets have reached unprecedented levels as the industry marks the 60th anniversary of the launch of the Idemitsu Maru, according to Splash247. This milestone coincides with the upcoming Year of the Fire Horse, a significant period in Chinese culture symbolizing renewal.