Two India-bound LPG tankers crossing Strait of Hormuz out of Gulf, data shows
On Saturday, March 28 amid escalating West Asia tensions involving the United States and Israel against Iranian forces in Iraq's southern province near Basra that have led Iran to close its borders with Kuwait two additional Indian LPG tankers successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz.
Key Points
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1Two additional Indian-flagged LPG carriers, BW Tyr and BM Elm, have transited the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz en route to Vadinar port in Gujarat.
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2Iranian authorities granted clearance to these vessels following diplomatic assurances regarding India's 'friendly' status amidst West Asia tensions.
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3This movement marks a cautious resumption by four total Indian-bound LPG tankers after navigating through high-risk waters since earlier this month.
Developments
Perspectives
Two Indian liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carriers, the BW Elm and BW Tyr, are currently transiting the strategic waterway en route to India.
— [Mar 28, 13:10] Middle East crisis: Two India-bound LPG tankers crossing Strait of HormuzSo far, four Indian-flagged carriers have reached Gujarat after being cleared by Iranian authorities; two more vessels are currently transiting the strait.
— [Mar 28, 13:07] Middle East crisis: Two India-bound LPG tankers crossing Strait of HormuzIran has allowed these additional Indian 'friendly nation' carriers to cross after earlier tensions in West Asia caused concerns over safe navigation through the Gulf region.
— [Mar 28, 13:07] Middle East crisis: Two India-bound LPG tankers crossing Strait of HormuzThe transiting vessels are carrying approximately 47,000 tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) and have successfully docked at Vadinar port in Gujarat.
— [Mar 28] Another two Indian carriers exit Gulf through the strategic waterway - The HinduThe movement signals a cautious resumption or continuation of shipping activities despite ongoing geopolitical tensions affecting West Asia trade routes.
Two more Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) carriers transited the Strait of Hormuz on Saturday after Iran announced that friendly nations could resume shipping passage amid regional tensions. These vessels, carrying over 90,000 tonnes of LPG and sailing at approximately 27 km/h alongside four other tankers in recent weeks, are currently moving toward the Gulf of Oman following their exit from a waterway effectively closed since early war days.
Two Indian carriers have successfully crossed the Straits of Hormuz en route from Qatar. The vessels, carrying approximately 47,000 tonnes each and bound for Gujarat's Vadinar port with LPG fuel, are described as friends in a tense geopolitical context involving India Iran relations
Two more India-flagged LPG carriers have started transiting the Strait of Hormuz after being cleared by Iranian authorities to pass through for safe passage and cargo delivery following a fortnight in Persian Gulf waters. This marks six such vessels permitted transit, occurring amidst heightened tensions as Iran has shut down critical maritime trade routes while Prime Minister Modi advocates dialogue with Tehran over energy security concerns affecting India's imports from the region.