An Indian LPG tanker has successfully crossed the conflict-hit Strait of Hormuz, while a separate consignment from Iran has reached Mangaluru, underlining continued fuel inflows despite ongoing tensions in West Asia.

In a key development for the coast, an LPG vessel carrying Iranian cargo has berthed at Mangaluru and is currently discharging, marking a significant arrival amid supply concerns. The cargo—around 44,000 tonnes—was delivered by Sea Bird, according to the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. This is believed to be India’s first purchase of Iranian energy in nearly seven years.

Meanwhile, LPG tanker Green Sanvi safely transited the Strait of Hormuz with 46,650 tonnes of cargo and 25 crew members on board, a government update said Saturday. It is the seventh Indian-flagged LPG vessel to cross the vital route, which has seen major disruption since the 2026 Iran–Israel conflict escalated.

Earlier this week too, Mangaluru featured in key arrivals: BW ELM docked at New Mangalore on April 1, while BW TYR reached Mumbai on March 31, together carrying about 94,000 tonnes of LPG. Prior shipments, including Pine Gas, Jag Vasant, MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Devi, had also reached Indian ports between mid and late March.

India, which meets about 60% of its LPG demand through imports—mostly from the Middle East—has been facing one of its worst supply crunches in decades. The latest arrivals, particularly at Mangaluru, are expected to ease pressure on supplies.

Despite some successful transits, 17 Indian-flagged vessels with around 460 Indian seafarers remain in the western side of the Strait of Hormuz. Authorities, including the Directorate General of Shipping, are closely tracking their movement in coordination with ship owners and Indian missions.

The government said all Indian seafarers in the Gulf region are safe, with no incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels reported in the past 24 hours. Port operations across India, including Mangaluru, remain normal with no congestion reported.

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways continues to monitor shipping movements and ensure uninterrupted trade, even as regional tensions persist.