The LPG tanker Green Sanvi has begun crossing the Strait of Hormuz, becoming the seventh India-bound vessel of its kind to successfully pass through the critical maritime chokepoint since the escalation of the West Asia conflict. Ship-tracking data indicates that the tanker is navigating through the Larak–Qeshm channel, a commonly used route in the region.
With a deadweight of approximately 58,811 metric tonnes, Green Sanvi is similar in size and capacity to other large LPG carriers that have already reached Indian shores, including vessels such as Shivalik, Nanda Devi, Jag Vasant, BW Tyr, BW Elm, and Pine Gas.
Despite this movement, the situation in the region remains tense. At least 15 Indian oil and gas vessels are still stranded to the west of the Strait of Hormuz. Among them are two LPG carriers—Green Asha and Jag Vikram—which were previously operating near Green Sanvi. Unlike Green Sanvi, however, these two vessels have not resumed transit and appear to be holding their positions near the chokepoint.
Tracking data further shows that Green Sanvi has activated its Automatic Identification System (AIS) and is proceeding toward the Qeshm–Larak crossing. In contrast, the stationary status of Green Asha and Jag Vikram suggests continued operational or security constraints in the area.
The tanker’s final destination port in India has not yet been disclosed. However, it is currently broadcasting the message “India Ship India Crew” as its destination signal. This appears to be part of a broader precautionary approach adopted by Indian-linked vessels navigating the region, likely aimed at reducing the risk of being targeted amid heightened tensions involving Iranian forces in the area.
Overall, while Green Sanvi’s transit marks continued movement of energy supplies toward India, the presence of multiple stranded vessels highlights the ongoing risks and disruptions in one of the world’s most strategically sensitive shipping corridors.
