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LPG Carrier Shivalik Docks at Mundra with 46,000 MT Cargo for India

The LPG carrier Shivalik has arrived at Mundra Port carrying 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas for Indian Oil Corporation. Of the total cargo, 20,000 MT will be unloaded at Mundra, with the remaining 26,000 MT destined for Mangaluru. The vessel successfully navigated the strategically vital and currently tense Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy chokepoint. This shipment is part of India's efforts to maintain a steady supply of domestic cooking gas despite regional shipping disruptions.

Key Points: LPG Shipment Arrives at Mundra, Strengthens India's Gas Supply

  • 46,000 MT LPG cargo arrives at Mundra
  • 20,000 MT for Mundra, 26,000 MT for Mangaluru
  • Ship operated by Shipping Corporation of India
  • Vessel transited tense Strait of Hormuz
  • Supports India's domestic cooking gas supply
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LPG cargo split: 20,000 MT to be unloaded at Mundra, 26,000 MT at Mangaluru

A 46,000 MT LPG cargo arrives at Mundra port, with shipments bound for Mundra and Mangaluru, ensuring steady domestic cooking gas supply amid regional tensions.

"The safe arrival of the Shivalik cargo will help strengthen LPG availability in the country's supply system. - Port Officials"

New Delhi, March 16

The LPG carrier Shivalik arrived at the Mundra Port, on Monday, carrying a total cargo of about 46,000 metric tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas, with 20,000 MT set to be unloaded at Mundra and the remaining 26,000 MT to be discharged at Mangaluru.

The vessel is transporting liquid LPG ordered by the Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) to support India's domestic cooking gas supply.

Port officials said unloading operations for the Mundra consignment are expected to begin soon after the vessel's berthing at the LPG terminal.

After completing the discharge of around 20,000 MT at Mundra, the vessel will continue its journey to Mangaluru where the remaining 26,000 MT of LPG will be unloaded and supplied into the domestic distribution network.

The ship is an Indian-flagged Very Large Gas Carrier operated by Shipping Corporation of India and is part of India's efforts to ensure steady energy supplies.

The tanker had earlier sailed through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route connecting the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.

The arrival of the vessel comes at a time when shipping traffic in the region has faced disruptions due to tensions in West Asia.

Nearly 20 per cent of the world's oil and gas shipments normally pass through the narrow Strait of Hormuz, making it one of the most important maritime corridors for global energy trade.

Despite the volatile situation in the region in recent weeks, Indian-bound LPG shipments have continued to move under close monitoring by authorities and shipping companies.

Officials said the safe arrival of the Shivalik cargo will help strengthen LPG availability in the country's supply system.

- IANS

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Priya S
This is a relief. My mother in our village was worried about cylinder refills getting delayed again. Hope this smooth supply means no more price hikes for the common man for a while.
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Robert G
Interesting logistics operation. Splitting the cargo between Mundra and Mangaluru shows efficient planning to serve different regions. The Strait of Hormuz transit must have required careful navigation given current events.
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Anjali F
While it's good news, I hope the authorities are also focusing on accelerating our transition to cleaner energy. LPG is better than coal, but we need more investment in solar and biogas, especially in rural areas.
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Karthik V
The vessel is named 'Shivalik' – our own mountains! 🏔️ Feels proud that an Indian-flagged ship is ensuring our gas supply. This is what Aatmanirbhar Bharat should look like in the shipping sector.
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Michael C
46,000 MT is a significant shipment. It's reassuring that despite global volatility, essential supplies are being managed. Kudos to the crews and officials involved for the safe passage.

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