Pyxis Tankers Vessel Transits Strait of Hormuz, Arrives at Fujairah Under 12-Month Charter
PXS•Pyxis Tankers’ M/T Pyxis Karteria safely transited the Strait of Hormuz on June 23, 2026 and is now docked at Fujairah, UAE under a 12-month fixed-rate time charter. The vessel remained fully employed during recent regional disruption, demonstrating the cash-flow visibility from the company’s balanced chartering strategy.
1. Transit Through Strait of Hormuz
On June 23, 2026, M/T Pyxis Karteria safely exited the Strait of Hormuz and proceeded to Fujairah, UAE in line with charterer instructions, marking uninterrupted operations despite regional tensions.
2. Fixed-Rate Time Charter
The vessel operates under a 12-month fixed-rate time charter, ensuring stable daily hire rates and predictable cash flows that remained intact throughout the period of elevated geopolitical risk.
3. Impact of Regional Disruption
Even during heightened regional disruption in the Persian Gulf, the tanker maintained continuous employment, highlighting Pyxis Tankers’ robust risk management protocols and prioritization of crew safety.
4. Fleet Composition and Strategy
Pyxis Tankers manages a modern fleet of six eco-efficient vessels—three MR product tankers, one Kamsarmax bulk carrier and interests in two dry-bulk ships—and pursues disciplined commercial execution and opportunistic fleet growth.
