Amid rising geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, India’s maritime operations continue to ensure uninterrupted LPG supply through strategic coordination and safe vessel movement.
The Directorate General of Shipping has announced that another ship, Green Asha, successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday, following the smooth passage of the LPG carrier Green Sanvi across the strait on April 3.
Indian LPG Ships Successfully Navigate Hormuz
Jag Vikram is the last LPG tanker still in the area following Green Asha’s departure. Before trying its own passage, it is presently awaiting additional instructions from the Indian Navy. This comes after two further LPG ships successfully crossed the strait to reach Indian ports during a time of increased activity.
On April 7, Green Sanvi, carrying 46,655 metric tons of LPG, is expected to dock at Dahej in the Bharuch region of Gujarat. Simultaneously, the LPG carrier BW TYR is based in Mumbai and uses ship-to-ship transfer at the outer port boundaries to discharge its cargo.
🚢 Indian LPG Shipping Highlights
- Ship Crossed: Green Asha & Green Sanvi
- Route: Strait of Hormuz to India
- Cargo: 45,000+ metric tons LPG
- Next Arrival: Dahej, Gujarat
- Status: Jag Vikram awaiting clearance
- Support: Indian Navy monitoring
Recent Deliveries and Diversions
On April 4, BW ELM, another ship, was diverted to Ennore in Chennai. These actions come after a hectic week during which Pine Gas supplied an additional 45,000 metric tonnes of LPG to New Mangalore and Jag Vasant landed in Kandla with 47,612 metric tonnes.
The Ministry of Shipping reports that there are currently sixteen Indian ships in the Persian Gulf, west of the Strait of Hormuz, and four in the Gulf of Oman, east. Furthermore, two ships are in the Red Sea and one is in the Gulf of Aden.
Indian Maritime Presence in the Region
The Shipping Corporation of India owns five of the five ships now in the Persian Gulf, with the remaining four remaining at Indian ports.
About 20,000 Indian sailors are present in the larger Gulf region, according to the research. Of these, 528 are on Indian-flagged vessels, with 95 in the Gulf of Oman and 433 in the Persian Gulf. As of April 5, 1,479 sailors have been evacuated from the area by a number of shipping companies.
⚠️ Maritime Safety & Crew Evacuation
- Total Ships: 16 in Persian Gulf
- Additional Zones: Gulf of Oman, Red Sea, Gulf of Aden
- Indian Sailors: ~20,000 in region
- Evacuated: 1,479 sailors
- Risk: Ongoing geopolitical tension
- Priority: Crew safety & cargo security
Frequently Asked Questions
1) What does Green Asha’s passage across the Strait of Hormuz mean?
It allays supply worries and shows efficient maritime coordination during tense times by signaling the safe passage of Indian LPG vessels.
2) What kind of goods are these ships carrying?
The ships transport more than 45,000 tons of liquefied petroleum gas per vessel to ports, which is necessary for domestic energy demands.
3) How is Jag Vikram doing right now?
As a precautionary move amid tensions and to ensure the safety of crew and cargo, the Strait still waits for instructions from the Indian Navy before crossing.
4) What is the number of Indian ships and sailors in the area?
Thousands of Indian sailors are on board sixteen ships in the Persian Gulf, demonstrating the maritime presence and continuous evacuation efforts.
5) Which deliveries have been finished recently?
In order to preserve domestic fuel availability and reinforce supply chains, several LPG carriers, such as Jag Vasant and Pine Gas, sent consignments to Kandla and New Mangalore.
Conclusion
India’s strong maritime logistics are demonstrated by the well-coordinated transit of LPG carriers across key waterways, guaranteeing continuous energy supplies while putting safety first, keeping an eye on regional tensions, and assisting seamen with prompt evacuations.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and reflects ongoing maritime and geopolitical developments that may change.
