In a move to restore normalcy in its crude oil export operations, Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) has announced the resumption of crude oil shipments from its Das and Zirku island ports in the Persian Gulf. This decision follows improved conditions after a recent agreement between the United States and Iran, which has raised expectations for uninterrupted maritime traffic through the critical Strait of Hormuz.
ADNOC has clarified that crude oil cargoes have been available for loading since April 27. The company has urged customers to adhere to their scheduled shipment collections, warning that any failure to do so could result in a breach of contractual obligations. To aid customers facing shipping difficulties, ADNOC has also offered assistance through its own or affiliated tanker fleets.
This initiative comes as Gulf oil producers are eager to return to standard export practices following regional disruptions. ADNOC, a major player in the region’s oil export market, has maintained its active status by selling tens of millions of barrels through tenders. The company’s efforts are part of a broader strategy to ensure stable oil exports from the Gulf.
Additionally, the United Arab Emirates is taking steps to diversify its export routes, aiming to lessen dependence on the Strait of Hormuz. Efforts are underway to expand infrastructure, notably by increasing pipeline capacity to the port of Fujairah on the Gulf of Oman. This strategic enhancement is designed to facilitate crude exports that bypass the heavily trafficked waterway, thereby providing a more secure and efficient route for oil transportation.