First Cruise Ship 'Celestyal Discovery' Crosses Strait of Hormuz Since War Began: MarineTraffic

Malta-flagged Celestyal Discovery becomes 1st cruise ship to cross Strait of Hormuz since war began

The cruise ship had been docked in Dubai for nearly 47 days after arriving in early March, as heightened regional tensions disrupted maritime activity.

First cruise ship 'Celestyal Discovery' crosses Strait of Hormuz since war began: MarineTraffic

A cruise ship has successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, a critical waterway, for the first time since the West Asia conflict started. The vessel, Celestyal Discovery, sailed through without passengers. Iran has stated that passage through the Strait will be strictly controlled and require Iranian authorization. This development occurs amid heightened regional tensions.

Malta-Flagged Cruise Ship Becomes First To Transit Strait Of Hormuz After 47-Day Standstill

Image Credits: Wikipedia A Malta-flagged cruise vessel, Celestyal Discovery, has become the first passenger ship to transit the Strait of Hormuz since the outbreak of the West Asia conflict. According to data from MarineTraffic, the vessel departed Dubai on 17 April after remaining docked for approximately 47 days and successfully crossed the strait. The ship is currently sailing towards Muscat, Oman, with arrival expected on 18 April. Per repor…

First since war: Malta-flagged vessel becomes first passenger ship to transit Strait of Hormuz

Malta-flagged Celestyal Discovery completes the first passenger ship transit of the Strait of Hormuz since March 2026, signaling a major maritime breakthrough.

First Cruise Ship Sets Sail Through Strait of Hormuz After Weeks-Long Closure by Iranian Regime

The first commercial ship successfully sailed through the Strait of Hormuz after Iran agreed to reopen the vital waterway.