Indonesian VLCC Pertamina Pride successfully traverses Strait of Hormuz

Pertamina Pride Strait of Hormuz VLCC energy security Indonesia

PT Pertamina International Shipping confirmed that its very large crude carrier (VLCC) Pertamina Pride safely passed through the Strait of Hormuz on 8 July 2026 after departing the Arabian Gulf on 7 July. The 2‑million‑barrel tanker, previously held up since March, was monitored continuously by a crisis centre and met strict insurance, technical, security and crew‑readiness requirements before receiving clearance.

Corporate Secretary Vega Pita thanked Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the embassy in Tehran for diplomatic support. After exiting the strait, Pertamina Pride resumed its voyage to Cilacap, Indonesia, with an expected arrival on 23 July 2026, helping to maintain national energy security.

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