Shortage of LNG tankers beginning to affect supplies to India: Industry

Tightening Russian gas supplies to Europe has led to scramble for tankers before winter sets in

The rising global shortage of liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers has begun to affect the supply of the fuel to India, industry executives have warned.

India is the fourth-largest LNG importer globally. International purchases have risen at a time when the continuing diplomatic tussle with Russia has led to European nations scrambling for tankers to transport LNG before winter hits. Meanwhile, the lack of available transport vessels have led to a slide in LNG imports to India.

"Ever since the Russia-Ukraine conflict began, the gas supply that was happening from Russia to Europe has moderated, which Europe is trying to