In the last two days, two Indian-flagged LPG vessels, Green Sanvi and Green Asha, have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz. (Picture for representational purpose only) | Photo Credit: cueapi
There are 16 Indian-flagged vessels operating in the Persian Gulf with 433 seafarers onboard, Mukesh Mangal, Additional Secretary at the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) told reporters at the inter-ministerial briefing on the situation in West Asia Monday.
“At present, there are 16 India-flagged vessels operating in the Persian Gulf with 433 Indian seafarers on board,” he stated, adding, “The Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping) is closely monitoring the situation with ship owners, RPSL (recruitment and placement services licence) agencies and Indian Missions.”
According to Mr. Mangal, of the 16 India-flagged vessels, one is carrying liquified natural gas (LNG), two liquified petroleum gas (LPG) vessels of which one is empty, six are crude oil tankers of which one is empty, three are container ships, one is a dredger, two are bulk containers and one is carrying chemical products.
The senior official also informed that in the last two days, two Indian-flagged LPG vessels, Green Sanvi and Green Asha, have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
