Indian-flagged crude oil tanker Jag Laadki has arrived at Mundra Port in Gujarat with about 80,886 metric tonnes of crude oil from the United Arab Emirates. The vessel was loaded at Fujairah Port and its arrival comes amid heightened tensions in West Asia, where maritime routes remain sensitive for India’s energy security and trade flows.
Key Details of the Tanker
- Jag Laadki is an Indian-flagged crude oil tanker.
- It carried crude oil sourced from the United Arab Emirates.
- The cargo quantity was about 80,886 metric tonnes.
- The vessel measures 274.19 metres in length and 50.04 metres in beam.
- Its deadweight tonnage is around 164,716 tonnes.
- Its gross tonnage is approximately 84,735 tonnes.
West Asia and Shipping Security
The arrival is because India depends heavily on sea routes for crude oil and LPG imports. Earlier, two Indian-flagged LPG carriers, MT Shivalik and MT Nanda Devi, safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz and reached India with a combined 92,712 metric tonnes of LPG. The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical energy chokepoints.
India’s Maritime Response
India continues to maintain a naval presence in the region under Operation Sankalp. The operation is aimed at protecting vessels and ensuring the safety of key shipping routes. The Directorate General of Shipping is monitoring the situation in coordination with ship owners, Recruitment and Placement Service License agencies, and Indian missions in the region.
Measures to Protect Trade Flow
The government is working with ports, shipping lines and logistics stakeholders to reduce disruption. Ports have been advised to provide relief measures where needed, including concessions on anchorage, berth hire and storage charges. These steps are intended to support uninterrupted maritime operations and safeguard national energy supplies.
Last Modified: April 29, 2026