Indian Vessel Jag Laadki With 81,000 MT Crude Oil Arrives At Gujarat Port

Mundra: Amid the ongoing supply disruptions in West Asia, the Indian-flagged crude oil tanker, Jag Laadki on Wednesday arrived at Adani Ports Mundra, Gujarat, carrying approximately 80,886 metric tonnes (MT) of crude oil from the UAE. 

The crude oil vessel, which was loaded at UAE's Fujairah Port, is expected to support refinery operations in India, amidst the ongoing tension in the Gulf region, a piece of relief news has emerged for India. 

Why is the crude oil tanker important?

Amid the ongoing war between US-Israel and Iran, the crude oil vessel holds a very importance as the countries are currently battling with oil and gas shortage.

The shortage has increased since the closure of Strait of Hormuz, which is responsible for transition of 25 per cent of the world's seaborne oil trade.

The Indian-flagged crude oil tanker, Jag Laadki, which successfully arrived at Adani Ports Mundra in Gujarat, will mark  an important addition to the country's energy imports.

The crude oil vessel is carrying approximately 80,886 metric tonnes (MT) of crude oil. 

Measuring 274.19 metres in length overall with a beam of 50.04 metres, the tanker boasts a deadweight tonnage of approximately 164,716 tonnes and a gross tonnage of about 84,735 tonnes.

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Why is it still risky to pass through Hormuz?

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world's most sensitive sea lanes due to the ongoing conflict between Iran, the US and Israel. This is the same path through which a large part of the global oil and gas supply passes. The movement of many ships has been affected due to the recent attacks and military activities, although India has shown signs of relief in some cases.

Does India have a special exemption?

According to sources, considering India's energy needs, Iran has allowed some Indian ships to pass through this route. Even before this, Indian tankers were made to cross safely. 

How important is this consignment for India?

India imports a large part of its LPG needs and most of that supply comes from the Middle East. In such a situation, the tanker that arrived with 80,886 metric tonnes (MT) of crude oil is being seen as a big relief.