MT Jag Vasant Anchors at Vadinar After Safe Passage
New Delhi/Mumbai: India strengthened its LPG supply line as two India-flagged tankers successfully reached Indian waters after crossing the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Officials said Iran cleared both vessels for transit, allowing them to move through a monitored route close to the Iranian coastline. The first vessel, MT Jag Vasant, a 230-metre-long tanker, dropped anchor at around 8 pm on Friday at Vadinar terminal, operated by the Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla. The ship’s arrival comes at a time when the Strait of Hormuz remains under global watch due to rising tensions and security concerns.
47,000 MT LPG Cargo Offloaded Through STS Transfer
The BPCL-chartered MT Jag Vasant carried nearly 47,000 metric tonnes of LPG to the Vadinar facility near Jamnagar. DPA spokesperson Omprakash Dadlani confirmed that the ship’s 14-member crew remained safe and in good health. Port officials immediately started Ship-to-Ship (STS) transfer operations at anchorage to move the cargo for further distribution. The smooth unloading process ensured that fuel supply chains remained uninterrupted. Industry experts said the arrival supports India’s domestic LPG demand, especially when international shipping routes face frequent disruptions.
IOC-Chartered Pine Gas Heads to Odisha’s Dhamra Port
The second tanker, Pine Gas, which Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) chartered, entered Indian territorial waters late Friday night. Officials said the vessel will reach Adani Group-led Dhamra Port in Odisha on April 2. The tanker will deliver LPG supplies to the eastern region, where demand remains consistently high. Authorities said Pine Gas also followed the Iran-approved route through Hormuz, which reduced risks during transit. The successful movement of both vessels highlights India’s focus on securing energy shipments during sensitive geopolitical conditions.
BW Tyr and BW Elm Enter Hormuz; More Ships Await Navy Guidance
Meanwhile, two more LPG carriers, BW Tyr and BW Elm, started their Strait of Hormuz transit on Saturday. A shipping ministry official said BW Tyr will arrive in Mumbai on March 31, while BW Elm will reach New Mangalore on April 1. BW Elm carries 23,860 tonnes of propane and 23,139 tonnes of butane for HPCL. BW Tyr carries 23,653 tonnes of propane and 22,926 tonnes of butane for BPCL. Officials also reported that three other Indian-flagged vessels — Jag Vikram, Green Asha, and Green Sanvi — remain anchored near Mina Saqr. They now await instructions from the Indian Navy before beginning their Hormuz transit.
