The Bombay High Court has allowed the owners of three ships seized by the Indian Coast Guard to send essential supplies to the crew.
The ships were detained on February 6, around 100 nautical miles off Mumbai, over suspected illegal transfer of petroleum products within India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
The court’s decision ensures basic support for crew while the investigation into alleged smuggling activities continues.
A division bench of Justices Ravindra Ghuge and Abhay Mantri allowed the owners to send food, water, and other necessities to crew members. The supplies will be delivered under strict security monitoring.
The court also permitted the companies, Balboa Shipping, Royal Princess Shipping, and Star Management Shipping, to assess the current market value of the vessels.
This valuation could be used if the court later considers releasing the ships against financial bonds.
The vessels, Asphalt Star, Stellar Ruby, and Al Jafzia, were intercepted by the Indian Coast Guard in
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