Avoiding the danger in the Strait of Hormuz, the first crude oil consignment led by an Indian captain; A big relief in the supply of petrol-diesel-LPG

Mumbai: Amid the fire of war in the Middle East and the increasing tension in the Strait of Hormuz, the Suezmax tanker 'Shenlong' has safely entered the Mumbai port carrying crude oil from Saudi Arabia for the first time. The ship has a total of 1,35,335 metric tons of crude oil. After berthing at the Mumbai Port Trust, this oil will be sent directly to the Mahul refinery.
Despite the ongoing conflict and the ever-increasing danger in the Hormuz area for the last two weeks, the tanker safely reached India under the leadership of Indian Captain Sukshant Singh Sandhu and with the assistance of 29 crew members (Indian, Pakistani and Filipino). The tanker's discharging work is likely to be completed in about 36 hours.
This successful transit has raised hopes of a significant improvement in the supply of petrol, diesel and LPG products to the country. However, the threat in the Strait of Hormuz is not yet completely averted. With Iran continuing to ban non-China bound ships, the arrival of more tankers is also being monitored in the coming days.
This incident has become very important for India's energy security and the global oil supply system.