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Indian Oil Plans to Buy Own Oil, LPG Ships as Freight Costs Surge
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What Happened?
Indian Oil Corporation (IOC) is set to purchase its own crude oil and LPG carriers due to rising shipping costs and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. The company aims to enhance control over its supply chain.
Key points
- IOC plans to acquire its own crude oil and LPG carriers amid rising shipping costs.
- The company is exploring shipbuilding opportunities in India under the Make in India initiative.
- Shipping costs have surged due to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz.
- IOC currently relies on time-chartered vessels but aims to own ships and improve charter arrangements.
- Russia supplied 55% of IOC's crude requirements in the first half of the financial year.
- IOC's net profit rose to Rs 21,630 crore in the September quarter, compared to a loss of Rs 2,661 crore in the previous quarter.
Key insights
- The acquisition of vessels may lead to reduced dependency on external shipping services.
- Increased shipping costs could impact IOC's overall operational expenses.
- Diversifying crude sources helps mitigate risks from geopolitical tensions.
Why it matters
IOC's strategy to acquire its own vessels could enhance its control over shipping logistics amid rising costs.
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Source
Times of India
