New Delhi (IANS): The India-flagged vessel Green Asha successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz today, marking the ninth Indian tanker to transit the volatile maritime corridor since the West Asia conflict escalated.
The LPG carrier’s safe passage comes at a critical time as security concerns continue to disrupt the world’s most vital energy supply route.
Navigating a Volatile Corridor
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz have spiked since February 28, following U.S.-Israeli strikes that led Iran to tighten its control over the passage. Despite the mounting risks, India continues to rely on the strait to secure its energy needs.
Recent maritime data reveals the complexity of the current situation:
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High-Risk Transit: The escalation has rattled global energy markets and impacted fuel supplies.
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Iranian Trade: Nearly 60% of commodity-carrying ships currently using the route are either originating from or destined for Iran.
India’s Robust Maritime Activity
Green Asha joins a growing list of Indian vessels that have maintained the country’s energy supply chain through the conflict zone under heightened surveillance.
Recent Indian vessel transits include:
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LPG Carriers: BW TYR and BW ELM recently transported approximately 94,000 tonnes of cargo.
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Bulk Deliveries: In late March, four tankers—including Pine Gas and Jag Vasant—delivered over 92,600 tonnes of LPG in just three days.
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Gujarat Port Arrivals: MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Devi ferried nearly 92,700 tonnes to Mundra and Kandla ports in mid-March.
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Crude & Gasoline: Jag Laadki moved 80,000 tonnes of crude from the UAE, while Jag Prakash transported gasoline from Oman to African markets.
The successful journey of the Green Sanvi, carrying 46,650 metric tonnes, further underscores the resilience of Indian shipping firms operating behind the geopolitical frontlines.
