Norway Prohibits Norwegian-Flagged Vessels from Strait of Hormuz

We do not believe any companies are planning voyages into this area in the near future. However, given the way the situation has developed, it is important to underline that we are now moving from a strong recommendation regarding traffic in the area to a prohibition on entering the Strait of Hormuz. For ships already inside the area, level 3 still applies,” says Director General of Shipping and Navigation Alf‑Tore Sørheim.

This change means that, until further notice, no Norwegian-flagged vessel may enter the Persian Gulf via the Strait of Hormuz. For vessels already operating in the area, companies will remain responsible for assessing the security situation should circumstances arise where leaving the area is considered safer than remaining. Military operations are ongoing in the region, and the threat level is assessed as critical, indicating that attacks are likely and that conditions remain highly hazardous for commercial shipping (ref. JMIC#00126).

There are continuing reports of extensive GPS/AIS spoofing in the Arabian Gulf, the Strait of Hormuz, and the Gulf of Oman. Sporadic disruptions affecting communications and radar systems have also been observed.

“In recent days, civilian vessels attempting to leave the area have come under attack. This is an unacceptable and serious assault on civilian shipping. We are in close dialogue with companies operating under the Norwegian flag that have vessels in the area. We understand that the situation has deteriorated further and that they are now likely facing increased insecurity,” Sørheim says.

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