Electronic Interference in Strait of Hormuz

Summary:

In June 16, 2025 amid rising tensions linked to the Israel–Iran conflict, maritime authorities have reported a surge in electronic interference, particularly GPS jamming and AIS spoofing, affecting vessels in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding Gulf waters. The UK Maritime Trade Operations (UKMTO) and other monitoring agencies have warned of increasing navigational disruptions that compromise ship positioning and safety. These incidents, believed to be deliberate, have forced vessels to rely on manual navigation and heightened operational vigilance. The interference poses serious risks to regional shipping, especially in key transit corridors for global energy flows.

Reference URL

https://splash247.com/gps-jamming-on-the-rise-as-israel-iran-conflict-enters-fourth-day/
https://www.seatrade-maritime.com/security/warning-to-ships-of-electronic-interference-in-straits-of-hormuz
https://www.ukmto.org/-/media/ukmto/products/20250616-ukmto_advisory_023-25.pdf?rev=f2ed1afc5a64426fb80c29115acc2bdd