Indian Oil Corp Plans Stake in Gas Carriers to Boost US LPG Imports
Indian Oil Corporation (IOC), India's leading refiner, plans to acquire a 50% stake in very large gas carriers (VLGCs) to support increased liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) imports from the United States starting in 2027. IOC aims to purchase vessels no older than 12 years with capacities between 80,000 and 93,500 cubic meters. This would mark the first time an Indian refiner owns VLGCs, shifting from reliance on time-chartered tankers. The company will hold a pre-bid meeting on August 5, with bids due by September 7.
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Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
economictimes broke this story on 29 Jul, 08:51 am. Other outlets followed.