Two Indian LPG Carriers Transit Hormuz Following Iran-Approved Coastal Route

Two Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas carriers have begun transiting the Strait of Hormuz along Iran's coastline, following the same route used by vessels that have received Tehran's approval for passage through the strategic waterway. Ship-tracking data confirms both LPG carriers are maintaining proximity to Iranian territorial waters during their passage.

The routing pattern mirrors movements by other commercial vessels that have secured Iranian clearance for Strait of Hormuz transit, a practice that has become more common as regional tensions continue to influence shipping lanes. The vessels are following established maritime corridors that run close to Iran's southern coast, rather than utilizing the traditional traffic separation scheme that runs through the middle of the strait.

This transit comes amid ongoing uncertainty over vessel movements through the world's most critical oil chokepoint, where approximately one-fifth of global petroleum liquids pass daily. Iran has previously demonstrated its ability to influence commercial shipping patterns in the area, with vessel operators increasingly seeking formal or informal approval from Iranian authorities to ensure safe passage.

The LPG carriers' successful navigation of this route may signal continued viability of the Iran-approved coastal passage for energy shipments, particularly as other operators monitor transit patterns for future planning in the region.