An Indian-flagged oil tanker, Jag Laadki, has safely departed from Fujairah Port for India, a day after an attack struck the oil terminal where it had been loading crude. The government confirmed that the vessel and all crew members on board are safe.
According to the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, the tanker was loading crude oil at the Fujairah terminal when the incident occurred. Despite the attack, the ship remained unaffected and has continued its journey without any damage.
Carrying Murban Crude To India
The tanker is transporting approximately 80,800 tonnes of Murban crude oil, a premium grade produced in the United Arab Emirates. Officials confirmed that all Indian seafarers on board are safe.
The vessel is owned and operated by the Great Eastern Shipping Company, based in Mumbai.
Other Tankers Reach Indian Ports
In a related development, a Liberian-flagged tanker, MT Smyrni, carrying nearly 1.4 lakh tonnes of crude oil, reached Mumbai Port recently. It is the third tanker to successfully arrive at an Indian port after navigating the sensitive Strait of Hormuz amid ongoing regional tensions.
LPG Carriers Also En Route
The government also shared updates on two Indian-flagged LPG carriers — Shivalik and Nanda Devi — which crossed the Strait of Hormuz on March 14.
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Shivalik is expected to reach Mundra Port on March 16
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Nanda Devi is likely to arrive at Kandla Port on March 17
Together, the two vessels are carrying around 92,712 tonnes of LPG, strengthening India’s energy supply chain during a period of uncertainty.
India Monitoring Shipping Routes
Officials stated that 22 Indian-flagged vessels with 611 seafarers are currently operating west of the Persian Gulf region. The Government of India continues to maintain close coordination with Iran to ensure the safe passage of Indian ships through conflict-affected waters.
The latest developments highlight India’s efforts to secure critical energy shipments and safeguard its maritime interests amid escalating tensions in West Asia.
