Tanker shipping companies struggle with extreme rate volatility and capacity constraints during geopolitical crises

Tanker operators face unpredictable, historically high shipping rates (up to $650,000/day) during supply disruptions like Hormuz tensions, making it impossible to plan costs or secure reliable capacity. Current solutions fail because rates spike suddenly based on geopolitical events, forcing companies to either pay exorbitant premiums or delay critical fuel/chemical shipments, directly impacting their margins and operational continuity.