New Delhi: Maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz is showing signs of recovery, with 30 vessels carrying cargo of interest to India successfully crossing the crucial waterway in recent days. Another 26 ships linked to Indian trade continue to remain in the Persian Gulf awaiting transit as authorities closely monitor developments in the region.
Among the vessels that have already crossed or are heading towards Indian ports, a significant number are carrying energy supplies vital to the country’s needs. Nearly half of these ships are transporting liquefied petroleum gas and liquefied natural gas, while others are carrying crude oil and bulk commodities.
Shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz has improved following the recent understanding reached between the United States and Iran, easing concerns over disruptions in one of the world’s most important maritime corridors.
Data monitored by authorities indicates that vessel movement accelerated after the agreement, with 11 additional India-bound ships crossing the strait after the understanding was announced. Prior to that, only 19 such crossings had been recorded over a much longer period.
Of the 30 ships that have safely navigated the route, several operate under foreign flags, with vessels registered in the Marshall Islands accounting for the largest share among them.
Meanwhile, the 26 ships still waiting west of the Strait of Hormuz include tankers carrying energy cargo, fertiliser shipments and a range of other commodities destined for Indian ports.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the most strategically important waterways in the world, handling nearly one fifth of global energy supplies. For India, which relies heavily on Gulf nations for imports of LPG, LNG and crude oil, uninterrupted access through the route is essential for maintaining energy security and supply stability.
International shipping data also points to a gradual return to normalcy, with commodity traffic and movements of large crude carriers increasing in recent days as confidence among shipping operators improves.
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