Read Authentic Ratings for the Al-Daayen

In a notable development, two liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers from Qatar, the 'Al Daayen' and 'Rasheeda', have opted to abandon their attempts to navigate through the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The 'Al Daayen' was initially headed for Tianjin, while the 'Rasheeda' was set to dock at Port Qasim. However, both vessels have now reversed their courses. On April 7, 2026, at 09:37 a.m. UTC, the 'Al Daayen' made modifications to its Automatic Identification System (AIS), updating its destination to Pakistan. This incident underscores the ongoing challenges facing LNG exports from the region as these shipments would have represented the first movement of LNG to markets outside the Gulf since the onset of recent conflicts, highlighting the continued stagnation of LNG exports through this vital maritime chokepoint.