Green Asha Transits Strait of Hormuz; One LPG Vessel Remains
Another LPG carrier, Green Asha, crosses Strait of Hormuz; only one vessel remains
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The LPG carrier Green Asha successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz, leaving only one vessel, Jag Vikram, awaiting instructions from the Indian Navy. This follows the earlier transit of Green Sanvi, which is set to arrive in Dahej, Gujarat, on April 7.
- 01Green Asha is the latest LPG carrier to transit the Strait of Hormuz.
- 02Jag Vikram is the only remaining vessel awaiting transit instructions.
- 03Green Sanvi is expected to reach Dahej, Gujarat, carrying over 46,000 metric tonnes of LPG.
- 04Indian shipping ministry reports 16 vessels in the Persian Gulf and significant Indian seafarer presence in the region.
- 05Recent evacuations have included 1,479 Indian seafarers from various shipping companies.
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The LPG carrier Green Asha successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz on April 3, following the earlier transit of Green Sanvi, which is expected to arrive at Dahej, Gujarat on April 7 with 46,655 metric tonnes of LPG. Currently, only one LPG vessel, Jag Vikram, remains in the region, awaiting further instructions from the Indian Navy for its transit. The shipping ministry's report indicates that 16 Indian vessels are operating in the Persian Gulf, with a notable presence of around 20,000 Indian seafarers in the wider Gulf region. Recent shipping activity includes the delivery of LPG by Jag Vasant to Kandla in Gujarat and Pine Gas to New Mangalore. As of April 5, 1,479 seafarers have been evacuated by various shipping companies, highlighting the ongoing maritime operations in the region.
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The successful transit of these LPG carriers ensures a steady supply of liquefied petroleum gas to India, which is crucial for domestic energy needs.
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