Indian Tanker Jag Laadki Arrives At Mundra Carrying UAE Crude Oil
Indian tanker delivers UAE crude to Mundra as India steps up maritime security amid regional tensions.
Indian-flagged crude oil tanker Jag Laadki has successfully docked at Mundra Port, reinforcing the country’s energy supply chain at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The arrival underscores India’s ongoing efforts to secure vital crude imports amid concerns over disruptions in key maritime routes.
The vessel reached the Gujarat port carrying approximately 80,886 metric tonnes of crude oil. The cargo was sourced from the United Arab Emirates and loaded at Fujairah Port, a critical global oil storage and export hub. The successful voyage highlights the resilience of Indian shipping operations despite regional uncertainties.
Jag Laadki is a large crude carrier, measuring 274.19 metres in length with a beam of 50.04 metres. It has a deadweight tonnage of about 164,716 tonnes and a gross tonnage of roughly 84,735 tonnes, making it a significant asset in India’s maritime logistics and energy transport infrastructure.
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The development follows the safe passage of two Indian-flagged LPG carriers, MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Devi, which recently navigated the strategically sensitive Strait of Hormuz. The vessels arrived in India on March 16 and 17, respectively, delivering a combined 92,712 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, further strengthening domestic supply.
Amid rising tensions in the region, India has sustained its naval deployment under Operation Sankalp to safeguard maritime trade routes and ensure the security of Indian-flagged vessels. The initiative reflects the government’s proactive stance in protecting national interests and maintaining uninterrupted energy flows.
Authorities, including the Directorate General of Shipping, are closely monitoring the evolving situation in coordination with ship owners, recruitment agencies, and Indian missions abroad. The government is also working with ports and logistics stakeholders to minimise disruptions, advising ports to offer relief measures such as concessions on anchorage, berth hire, and storage charges where necessary.
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