Iran forms PGSA, tightens control over Strait of Hormuz vessel permits
Iran has established the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to manage vessel permits in the Strait of Hormuz. This has led to a backlog of ships, affecting global oil and gas shipments. The situation raises concerns about geopolitical tensions and economic impacts, particularly involving the United States and its allies.
- ▪Iran has formed the Persian Gulf Strait Authority to oversee vessel permits.
- ▪The establishment of the PGSA has resulted in a significant backlog of ships waiting to transit the strait.
- ▪The Strait of Hormuz is a critical route for a large portion of the world's oil supply.
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- ▪ Oil drops 6% as three supertankers attempt Strait of Hormuz crossing — International homepage
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| Publication time | Thu, 21 May 2026 15:52:53 +0000 |
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## Market Snapshot Strait of Hormuz Traffic in May market indicates a decrease in YES probability, consistent with the news of tightened control. The Strait of Hormuz Traffic by May market shows a 5.9% YES, while the July 31 market holds at 45.5% YES. ## Key Takeaways – The tightening of control by Iran over the Strait of Hormuz appears to be consistent with a decrease in ship transits, impacting the probability of traffic normalization. – The backlog of ships waiting to pass suggests a decrease in the likelihood of the market resolving YES by the end of May. – The longer-term outlook by the end of July still shows a possibility for normalization, but current disruptions slightly decrease the probability.
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