Several India-flagged oil and LPG tankers have safely navigated out of the conflict-hit Persian Gulf, ensuring critical energy supplies reach domestic ports.
Summary: Despite recent attacks on regional oil infrastructure, India-flagged vessels continue to secure passage out of the Middle East. The ‘Jag Laadki’ recently departed the UAE safely, joining other tankers bringing crucial crude and LPG supplies back to Indian ports.
Safe Departures from the UAE
- The ‘Jag Laadki’, an India-flagged commercial oil tanker, successfully left the UAE’s Fujairah port early Sunday.
- The vessel managed a secure departure despite being docked during an attack on the oil terminal the previous day.
- Operated by Great Eastern Shipping Company, the ship is transporting 80,800 tonnes of Murban crude, and all Indian crew members are confirmed safe.
Incoming Fuel Deliveries
- Energy supplies continue to reach the subcontinent, with the Liberian-flagged MT Smyrni offloading 1.4 lakh tonnes of crude in Mumbai.
- The government confirmed the transit of two Indian LPG carriers, the Shivalik and Nanda Devi, carrying over 92,000 tonnes of fuel.
- These specialized gas carriers cleared the Strait of Hormuz on March 14 and are slated to dock at the Mundra and Kandla ports shortly.
Diplomatic Efforts for Maritime Security
- A significant Indian maritime presence remains in the high-risk zone, comprising 22 flagged ships and 611 merchant sailors west of the Persian Gulf.
- To protect these assets, the Indian government has initiated active diplomatic dialogue with Tehran to guarantee the unhindered transit of its commercial fleet.
