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LPG ships slip past Strait of Hormuz as India prepares fresh gas supplies

Economy
Published on 14 May 2026
LPG ships slip past Strait of Hormuz as India prepares fresh gas supplies

One recent attack sank a dhow carrying crews survived

Two LPG carriers transporting cooking gas for India have crossed the Strait of Hormuz, despite recent tensions in the region. The move follows an attack on the dhow Haji Ali that sank, with 14 crew rescued by the Omani Coast Guard. Another carrier, SYMI, is set to arrive May 16, while NV SUNSHINE follows May 18.

  • Two LPG carriers successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz
  • The navigation comes after a recent attack that sank a dhow
  • Omani Coast Guard rescued 14 crew members from the sinking
  • SYMI arrives May 16 and NV SUNSHINE on May 18
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