Stranded Sulphur Cargoes In Strait Of Hormuz Face Significant Structural Corrosion Risk, Warns Brookes Bell

Bulk carriers carrying elemental sulphur cargoes have been stranded at anchorage in the Strait of Hormuz for over 60 days, far exceeding the 20-day cargo protection period and exposing vessels to severe accelerated structural corrosion. Marine consultancy Brookes Bell warns of significant structural damage risks and urges shipowners and insurers to assess affected vessels immediately.