India-bound oil tanker hit by shrapnel near Hormuz reaches Odisha port safely | TheBriefWire
India-bound oil tanker hit by shrapnel near Hormuz reaches Odisha port safely
Published 2 July 2026 ยท india
A crude oil tanker, the MT Sanmar Herald, has successfully docked at Odisha's Paradip Port after a perilous journey from Iraq. The vessel, carrying valuable
A crude oil tanker, the MT Sanmar Herald, has successfully docked at Odisha's Paradip Port after a perilous journey from Iraq. The vessel, carrying valuable crude oil, endured shrapnel damage to its bridge during hostilities in the Middle East. Despite facing prolonged delays and navigating a reopened Strait of Hormuz, the ship and its entire crew arrived safely, showcasing remarkable resilience and professionalism.
Published: July 2, 2026 โข 1:14 PM IST ยท Updated: July 2, 2026 โข 2:02 PM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
Key points
A crude oil tanker, the MT Sanmar Herald, has successfully docked at Odisha's Paradip Port after a perilous journey from Iraq.
The vessel, carrying valuable crude oil, endured shrapnel damage to its bridge during hostilities in the Middle East.
Despite facing prolonged delays and navigating a reopened Strait of Hormuz, the ship and its entire crew arrived safely, showcasing remarkable resilience and professionalism.