/ Agencia Reuters
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (Adnoc) said it is being significantly affected by what it described as unprovoked attacks against its personnel and assets, while it attempts to continue meeting the needs of its clients in an “exceptionally challenging environment.”
Adnoc stated that 15 of its vessels had been attacked with missiles and drones while transiting the Strait of Hormuz since the start of the conflict, including three this week, with a toll of one crew member dead and 20 wounded.
The maritime passage of Hormuz, between Iran and Oman, is the most important chokepoint in the world for maritime oil transport, as it carries approximately one fifth of global oil consumption. Shipping through this waterway has been repeatedly disrupted since the war between the United States and Israel against Iran spread into a broader regional conflict, with attacks on commercial vessels that have raised freight rates and generated security concerns.
Adnoc, the state oil company of Abu Dhabi, is one of the world’s largest energy producers and exports crude oil, natural gas and refined products to clients around the world.
The company stated that it is working closely with the relevant authorities and taking all necessary measures to protect its personnel, its assets and its operations, while meeting the needs of its clients to the extent possible.
“Freedom of navigation and the safe and uninterrupted passage of commercial vessels through international waterways must be respected and protected without threats, harassment or attacks,” Adnoc noted.
