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LNG tankers return to Strait of Hormuz despite renewed Middle East tensions
Liquefied natural gas tankers have resumed transiting the Strait of Hormuz recently. Twenty-two Japan-linked vessels exited the Gulf since Tuesday, Tokyo confirmed. This occurred despite renewed fighting and attacks on commercial shipping. Several ballast LNG tankers entered the strait in recent days. Japan-linked vessels in the Gulf have significantly decreased since the conflict.
Renewed US-Iran Tensions Cloud India's Iran Oil Import Plans
Any disruption to supplies or shipping routes could tighten availability and increase cooking gas prices, analysts said.
India's crude imports remain resilient despite Strait of Hormuz tensions
India's crude oil imports are insulated from Hormuz Strait tensions currently. Refiners have successfully diversified their import portfolio over recent years. Russia now supplies over half of India's total crude oil imports. However, LPG and LNG supplies remain vulnerable to Gulf disruptions. Prolonged instability could increase shipping costs and regional prices significantly.
CLSA turns cautious on Indian equities amid West Asia tensions, recommends balanced portfolio
Vikash Kumar Jain, India Strategist & Head of India Research at CLSA discusses why commodities such as aluminium and upstream oil should remain portfolio hedges, why financials and consumer discretionary stocks remain preferred if risks ease, and why shipping activity through the Strait of Hormuz is the key indicator investors should watch.
IndiGo, HPCL, other oil sensitive stocks plunge up to 5% as US strikes on Iran lift crude prices
Oil-sensitive Indian stocks tumbled significantly after US airstrikes on Iran. Crude oil prices climbed as sanctions on Iranian sales were reinstated. These events reignited concerns over Middle East stability and potential supply disruptions. Shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains vulnerable, impacting global energy supply routes. Analysts expect oil inventories to stay under pressure until Gulf supplies resume.
One tycoon makes millions from 'dark' journeys on a dangerous oil route while others feared Hormuz
Amidst the Persian Gulf war, the UAE secretly navigated its oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz using 'dark' ship transits. Korean shipping tycoon Ga-Hyun Chung's Sinokor Group played a pivotal role, leasing a significant portion of vessels for these risky "shuttle runs." This covert operation allowed the UAE to maintain pre-war export levels, capitalizing on surging oil prices and creating immense profits for Sinokor and its partners.
Iran exploring oil sales to Japan, buyers seek longer sanctions waiver, sources say
Iran is currently in discussions with Japanese companies regarding the potential resumption of oil sales, backed by a U.S. sanctions waiver that expires on August 21. Purchasers are advocating for a longer waiver and enhanced protections for shipping, following troubling occurrences in the Strait of Hormuz. Initial conversations are taking place, yet obtaining insurance remains a critical issue for Japanese refineries.
OPEC+ to boost crude output, but can it deliver and who will buy?
OPEC+ has boosted oil production quotas for the fifth consecutive month, raising questions about shipping capacity and buyer demand. While Middle East exports are recovering post-conflict, they remain below pre-war levels. The market anticipates a return to oversupply, contingent on stable shipping routes and China's re-entry into the market, which is expected as prices potentially fall.
Maersk places order for 1,000 shipping containers with DCM Shriram Group
Global shipping giant AP Moller-Maersk has ordered 1,000 more India-made shipping containers from DCM Shriram Group. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unveiled the first such container, marking a significant step towards self-reliance in maritime manufacturing. This partnership is set to boost India's global supply chain presence and manufacturing capabilities, supported by government initiatives promoting domestic production.
Container manufacturing scheme aims for 10x rise in domestic capacity: Sarbananda Sonowal
India has successfully manufactured its first export-import shipping container for global giant A.P. Moller-Maersk, marking a significant stride towards self-reliance in maritime manufacturing. This achievement, a direct result of Prime Minister Modi's 'Make in India' vision, underscores growing international confidence in India's capabilities.
Ship Runs Aground In Strait Of Hormuz: Report
Tankers and cargo vessels are seen in the Gulf of Oman, along shipping routes linking the Strait of Hormuz and the Arabian Sea on June 16.
LPG Cylinder Price: Commercial LPG down Rs 183.50 from July 1, first cut in 2026
LPG Price Cut: Commercial LPG cylinder prices have seen a significant reduction of Rs 183.50, effective July 1, 2026. This marks the first price cut for 19-kg cylinders this year, bringing relief to businesses. Domestic cylinder rates, however, remain unchanged. The price drop is attributed to easing global crude oil prices following a ceasefire extension between the US and Iran, impacting key shipping routes.