Qatar, UAE shift LNG ship-to-ship transfers outside Strait of Hormuz

Qatar and the UAE have begun conducting ship-to-ship LNG transfers outside the Strait of Hormuz, likely to mitigate transit risk amid regional tensions. This operational shift suggests heightened concern over potential disruption to the strait, a critical chokepoint for global LNG supply. The move could signal a strategic adjustment to ensure supply continuity, though the scale and permanence remain uncertain.