Pyxis Tankers, an international shipping company, today provided an operational update regarding its MR product tanker, M/T “Pyxis Karteria”.
The M/T Pyxis Karteria safely transited the Strait of Hormuz on June 23, 2026 and is currently at the port of Fujairah, United Arab Emirates. The vessel is proceeding in accordance with charterer’s instructions.
The vessel had been operating in the Persian Gulf during the recent regional disruption and remained safely employed throughout the period under its existing fixed-rate time charter (12-month time charter).
Valentios Valentis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Pyxis Tankers, commented:
“We are pleased to report that the M/T Pyxis Karteria safely transited the Strait of Hormuz on June 23, 2026 and is currently at Fujairah.
The Company continues to monitor regional developments and assess any potential implications for global shipping markets. Pyxis Tankers remains focused on safe operations, disciplined commercial execution and long-term shareholder value creation.
About Pyxis Tankers Inc.
Pyxis Tankers Inc. currently owns a modern fleet of six mid-sized eco-vessels engaged in the seaborne transportation of refined petroleum products and dry-bulk commodities. The fleet consists of three MR product tankers, one Kamsarmax bulk carrier and controlling interests in two dry-bulk joint ventures that own a sister-ship Kamsarmax and an Ultramax vessel. The Company is positioned to opportunistically expand and maximize its fleet of eco-efficient vessels due to its capital resources, competitive cost structure, strong customer relationships and experienced management team whose interests are aligned with shareholders.
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