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Indian tankers brave Hormuz amid sunken dhow drama
14 May
Summary
- Two India-bound LPG tankers successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz.
- An Indian dhow, Haji Ali, sank after being hit in Omani waters.
- All 14 crew members of the sunken dhow were safely rescued.
Two India-bound liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) tankers, Symi and NV Sunshine, have successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz on May 13 and May 14, respectively. This marks the 13th and 14th Indian vessels to navigate the crucial shipping lane. The tanker Symi, carrying 19,965 tonnes of LPG, is en route to Kandla, Gujarat, and expected to arrive on May 16. NV Sunshine, with 46,427 tonnes of LPG, is bound for New Mangalore, with an expected arrival on May 18. The cargo for both vessels belongs to Indian Oil Corporation.
In a separate incident, the Indian dhow Haji Ali, a traditional sailing vessel, sank in Omani waters early Wednesday morning after being attacked. The dhow was on a voyage from Somalia to Sharjah. All 14 crew members onboard were safely rescued by the Omani Coast Guard and have reached Dibba Port, Oman. The crew members are reported to be safe and will be repatriated to India shortly. The Indian government is coordinating with Omani authorities and maritime agencies regarding the incident.
