Rare Scene: Three Giant Tankers Loading Oil Simultaneously in the Red Sea
April 3, 2026865 ViewsRead Time: 1 Minutes
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Satellite images released by the Sour Atlas platform today, Friday, show a rare event where three giant oil tankers are loading their shipments simultaneously at the Al-Ma'jiz terminal on the Saudi coast of the Red Sea.
Strategic Alternative to the Strait of Hormuz
The Al-Ma'jiz terminal is part of the alternative route that Saudi Arabia relies on to export oil without passing through the Strait of Hormuz, amid tensions affecting navigation in the Gulf.
East-West Pipeline Enhances Flexibility
The terminal is connected to the East-West pipeline operated by Aramco, which transports oil from fields in the Eastern Province near the Arabian Gulf to Red Sea ports like Al-Ma'jiz and Yanbu.
Massive Export Capacity
The maximum capacity of this pipeline reaches about 7 million barrels per day, giving Saudi Arabia significant ability to maintain its oil export flows even if vital maritime routes are disrupted.
Economic and Geopolitical Implications
This development reflects the importance of alternative infrastructure in securing energy exports, especially amid tense regional conditions, as producing countries seek to reduce risks associated with sensitive maritime routes.
