US sees record crude tanker arrivals, export surge

US crude oil exports have surged by 2.5 million barrels per day since the onset of the Iran conflict, leading to a historic number of large crude tankers heading to American ports. For the first time, more than 60 such vessels are currently bound for the United States. This unprecedented influx is driving a record-breaking profit year for major US oil companies in 2026, capitalizing on the global demand shift and high prices.