The agreement brings
together GAIL’s expertise in LNG, DPA’s strategic port infrastructure and DNV’s global
technical expertise in maritime safety and LNG bunkering. The collaboration
will focus on developing LNG bunkering infrastructure, supply chains, safety
frameworks and an operational ecosystem at Kandla. The initiative is aimed at supporting the
adoption of cleaner marine fuels and contributing to India’s vision of greener
and more sustainable shipping. The agreement was signed by
Sushil Kumar Singh, Chairman, Deendayal Port Authority; AnantKhobragade, ZCGM,
Gujarat Zonal Office; and Ajay Kumar Singh, Business Lead, Marine Advisory, DNV
India.
The collaboration marks an
important step towards strengthening India’s clean-fuel maritime infrastructure
and promoting sustainable shipping at one of the country’s key ports.