New Delhi: A large Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) tanker, Green Sanvi, carrying over 46,000 metric tonnes of fuel, is making its way through the Strait of Hormuz and is expected to reach Mumbai by April 6. The Directorate General of Shipping say the tanker has been navigating safely and is on track to complete its journey on schedule.
This follows successful deliveries by other tankers in the past week, including Jag Vasant at Kandla and Pine Gas at New Mangalore, which shows that India’s LPG supply is continuing despite the tensions in the Gulf region.
Other vessels waiting for clearance
Two more LPG carriers, Green Asha and Jag Vikram, are currently waiting for permission from the Indian Navy to pass through the strait. Authorities are working to ensure that all Indian vessels stuck in the region can move safely.
Meanwhile, the tanker BW TYR has already reached Mumbai and is unloading its cargo, while BW ELM has been rerouted to Ennore port and is expected to arrive on April 4.
Indian ships and crew in the Gulf
India currently has several ships in the Gulf region, with about 20,500 Indian seafarers on duty. Of these, more than 500 are on Indian-flagged vessels, and over 1,100 crew members have already been safely evacuated amid regional risks.
Why the Strait is critical?
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial route for India’s fuel supply. About 90% of India’s LPG imports pass through this waterway, along with a large portion of crude oil. Ships like Green Sanvi are taking a safer route near Iranian islands under guidance from local authorities to avoid risks.
Iran has clarified that its waters are open for ships that are not involved in hostilities. Indian vessels are allowed safe passage as long as they follow safety rules and coordinate with Iranian authorities.
New Delhi: A large Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) tanker, Green Sanvi, carrying over 46,000 metric tonnes of fuel, is making its way through the Strait of Hormuz and is expected to reach Mumbai by April 6. The Directorate General of Shipping say the tanker has been navigating safely and is on track to complete its journey on schedule.
This follows successful deliveries by other tankers in the past week, including Jag Vasant at Kandla and Pine Gas at New Mangalore, which shows that India’s LPG supply is continuing despite the tensions in the Gulf region.
Other vessels waiting for clearance
Two more LPG carriers, Green Asha and Jag Vikram, are currently waiting for permission from the Indian Navy to pass through the strait. Authorities are working to ensure that all Indian vessels stuck in the region can move safely.
Meanwhile, the tanker BW TYR has already reached Mumbai and is unloading its cargo, while BW ELM has been rerouted to Ennore port and is expected to arrive on April 4.
Indian ships and crew in the Gulf
India currently has several ships in the Gulf region, with about 20,500 Indian seafarers on duty. Of these, more than 500 are on Indian-flagged vessels, and over 1,100 crew members have already been safely evacuated amid regional risks.
Why the Strait is critical?
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial route for India’s fuel supply. About 90% of India’s LPG imports pass through this waterway, along with a large portion of crude oil. Ships like Green Sanvi are taking a safer route near Iranian islands under guidance from local authorities to avoid risks.
Iran has clarified that its waters are open for ships that are not involved in hostilities. Indian vessels are allowed safe passage as long as they follow safety rules and coordinate with Iranian authorities. -(IndiaTV)
