Third Qatari LNG tanker heads through Hormuz to China, data shows
A third Qatari liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker is currently transiting the Strait of Hormuz en route to China. This shipment follows two previous tankers that passed through the strait under a government-to-government deal between Qatar and Pakistan. Meanwhile, a Qatari negotiating team has arrived in Tehran to assist in peace talks related to the ongoing conflict with Iran.
- ▪The LNG tanker, Al Sahla, is expected to arrive at China's Tianjin LNG terminal on June 14.
- ▪This transit occurs nearly two weeks after the first Qatari cargo passed through the strait under an Iran-Pakistan arrangement.
- ▪Iran approved the shipment to foster confidence between Qatar and Pakistan, which is mediating in peace talks.
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Third Qatari LNG tanker heads through Hormuz to China, data showsSign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inboxPublished May 22, 2026, 11:34 PMUpdated May 22, 2026, 11:51 PMListenLONDON, May 22 - A Third Qatari liquefied natural gas tanker is transiting the Strait of Hormuz and heading to China, ship-tracking data showed on Friday, as a Qatari negotiating team arrived in Tehran to try to help secure a deal to end the war with Iran.As shipments through the waterway continue to be erratic, this third transit of a Qatari LNG tanker is taking place nearly two weeks after a first such cargo passed through the strait under an Iran-Pakistan arrangement.The vessel, Al Sahla, with a capacity of 211,842 cubic metres, left Ras Laffan and is expected to arrive at China's Tianjin LNG…
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