Written by The Banking Post
Two India-bound LPG tankers carrying around 94,000 tonnes of cooking gas have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, offering some relief as the Middle East conflict disrupts global energy shipments.
The vessels—BW Tyr and BW Elm—are now en route to India and are expected to arrive in Mumbai and New Mangalore on March 31 and April 1 respectively, according to official sources.
Shipping through the strategic chokepoint has slowed sharply amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran, with heightened risks forcing many carriers to delay or reroute voyages. However, authorities said “non-hostile vessels” are being allowed passage subject to coordination.
The two tankers are among a small number of vessels that have managed to navigate the route in recent days. Data shows at least four LPG carriers have already completed the crossing, while several others remain in the western section of the strait.
Officials also confirmed that 18 India-linked vessels, carrying hundreds of seafarers, are still operating in the Gulf region.
Despite the disruption, port operations across India remain normal, with no major congestion reported.
The development is significant for India, the world’s second-largest LPG importer, which relies heavily on Middle Eastern supplies to meet domestic demand.
