⁠marine Advisory Malacca Straits Jun 2026

Deep draught vessels and Very Large Crude Carriers (VLCCs) must maintain a minimum UKC of 3.5 meters at all times throughout their passage.

As of , the Malacca Strait—one of the world's most critical maritime chokepoints—remains under heightened scrutiny. While the waterway continues to facilitate approximately 25% of global trade, recent geopolitical shifts and operational challenges have prompted a series of critical marine advisories for commercial and private operators. 1. Navigational Safety and Traffic Density ⁠marine advisory malacca straits