IndianOil seeks gas-carrier stakes to support higher US LPG imports from 2027

Indian Oil Corp is scouting a 50% stake in up to two very large gas carriers as it prepares to increase LPG imports from the US in 2027, aiming to manage freight costs and reinforce cooking-gas supply logistics.

— Filed Wed, 29 Jul, 2026, 14:32 IST · Source ET Small Business · Updated

Indian Oil Corp is seeking a 50% stake in very large gas carriers to support increased U.S. LPG imports from 2027. The move aims to manage freight costs and strengthen cooking-gas supply logistics for Indian consumers.

Why this matters

No related recent signals are listed; the carrier-stake search shows IOC preparing logistics capacity ahead of higher US LPG imports in 2027.

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