A Pakistan-flagged crude oil vessel is scheduled to reach Karachi Port on Saturday after crossing the Strait of Hormuz, according to officials from the Pakistan National Shipping Corporation (PNSC).

The ship is carrying thousands of tonnes of crude oil and is expected to dock after completing its journey through the strategically important waterway.

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First crossings after ceasefire developments

PNSC officials said the vessel is among the first merchant ships to pass through the Strait of Hormuz following recent conflict-related disruptions in West Asia. The movement comes after a conditional ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran, which included provisions for reopening the strait.

Earlier, PNSC vessels Shalimar and Khairpur were among the first Pakistani merchant ships to enter the Persian Gulf after the escalation of tensions involving Iran, the US and Israel.

The Strait of Hormuz, located between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, is one of the world’s most critical energy transit routes, handling roughly 20 per cent of global oil shipments. Any disruption in the passage has significant implications for global energy supply chains, particularly for import-dependent countries.

Pakistan’s shipping activity during crisis

Pakistan’s state shipping operations have continued limited activity in the region despite earlier disruptions. According to officials, the current shipment is part of resumed maritime movement after conditions in the region began to stabilise following the ceasefire arrangement.

Earlier reports also noted the arrival of Pakistan’s container vessel MV Selen at Karachi Port, marking one of the first such shipments after tensions escalated in West Asia.

Pakistan has been facing pressure on fuel supplies since the regional conflict intensified, affecting import routes and shipping schedules. The government had earlier introduced temporary measures, including scheduled electricity load shedding, as part of fuel conservation efforts.

Officials say improved access through the Strait of Hormuz could help ease supply chain pressure if stability in the region continues.