Two oil tankers collided near the Strait of Hormuz on Tuesday, prompting the evacuation of crew members, authorities confirmed. The incident involved the crude oil tanker Adalynn and the Front Eagle, a vessel managed by Hong Kong-based Anglo Eastern Shipping.

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) National Guard reported that the Adalynn struck the Front Eagle approximately 24 nautical miles off the UAE coast. Rescue teams evacuated the crew and transported them to Khor Fakkan Port using search-and-rescue boats.

British maritime intelligence firm Ambrey stated that the collision, occurring 22 nautical miles east of Khor Fakkan, was not security-related. Shipping company Frontline, which operates the Front Eagle, confirmed the incident was a navigational accident and unrelated to regional tensions between Israel and Iran.

Frontline reported that emergency crews quickly extinguished a fire on the Front Eagle’s deck. There were also reports of a fire aboard the Adalynn after the collision. The company stated it is cooperating with authorities as response efforts continue.

The Strait of Hormuz is a key global oil chokepoint, with about 20% of the world’s oil supply passing through it, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration.

Recent tensions between Israel and Iran have raised concerns over potential disruptions in the region. Last week, the Financial Times reported that Frontline would avoid new contracts for Gulf voyages via the Strait of Hormuz due to escalating risks.

Authorities have not reported any major oil spills from the collision, and shipping traffic in the area remains operational. Investigations into the cause of the incident are ongoing.