Two Indian LPG tankers cross Strait of Hormuz safely
Two Indian LPG tankers, BW TYR and BW ELM, just pulled off a safe journey through the high-stress Strait of Hormuz.
BW TYR arrived at Mumbai anchorage late on March 31, and BW ELM reached near New Mangalore at noon on April 1.
Both ships are vital for keeping Bharat Petroleum and Hindustan Petroleum supplied with cooking gas.
Tankers carried 22,926t and over 23,000t
Even with regional tensions making things tricky, these tankers brought in huge loads, 22,926 metric tons of butane for BW TYR and over 23,000 metric tons of propane and butane for BW ELM, with all-Indian crews on board.
According to Rajesh Kumar Sinha from the Ministry of Ports, eight Indian vessels have crossed safely so far.
But with more ships still affected by Middle Eastern conflicts, the government says it is staying focused on keeping sailors and shipments safe.