LPG carrier Shivalik reaches Mundra with 46,000 MT cargo after crossing Strait of Hormuz; 26,000 MT bound for New Mangalore Port

LPG carrier Shivalik reaches Mundra with 46,000 MT cargo after crossing Strait of Hormuz; 26,000 MT bound for New Mangalore Port

Mangalore Today News Network

Mundra/Mangaluru, Mar 16, 2026: A major consignment of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) reached India after the LPG carrier Shivalik arrived at the LPG terminal of Mundra Port on March 16 carrying 46,000 metric tonnes (MT) of LPG ordered by Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).

The vessel sailed to India through the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s busiest energy shipping routes. The shipment arrived amid heightened tensions in West Asia, making it significant for India’s fuel supply chain.

According to officials, the cargo will be discharged in two phases. About 20,000 MT of LPG will be unloaded at Mundra, while the remaining 26,000 MT will be unloaded at the single-point mooring facility off New Mangalore Port for distribution.

The consignment is part of IOCL’s supply programme aimed at ensuring adequate availability of domestic cooking gas across the country. Officials said the shipment will help stabilise LPG supplies and meet growing household demand.

The arrival of the tanker is also considered significant as global energy shipments through the Strait of Hormuz have faced disruptions due to geopolitical tensions, highlighting the importance of secure maritime routes for India’s energy security.