rki.news | Source: Anadolu

Doha: Iran and Oman are discussing a proposed framework to regulate vessel transit through the Strait of Hormuz, including the introduction of service fees for ships using one of the world’s busiest maritime routes, according to Iran’s semi-official Fars News Agency.
The proposal envisages a transitional phase in which vessels would enter through the northern shipping lane near Iran and exit through the southern lane near Oman. At a later stage, all maritime traffic would be routed through a centrally managed shipping corridor.
According to an informed source at Iran’s Foreign Ministry, Iran would oversee inbound traffic, while outbound movements would be jointly managed by Iran and Oman.
Ships transiting the strait would pay fees for maritime services rather than charges based on cargo value. The proposed services include insurance, bunkering, environmental protection and other operational support.
The source rejected reports claiming that Tehran and Muscat were debating fixed charges of 7 percent or 3 percent of cargo value, describing such reports as inaccurate. Instead, any future fees would depend on the range of services provided and other operational factors.