The port is seeking
partnerships with international players involved in green hydrogen, green
ammonia and other alternative marine fuels. The initiative is aimed at building
a stronger ecosystem for production, storage, handling and bunkering of clean
fuels at the port. Kandla, located on
India’s western coast, has significant potential to emerge as a hub for
green-fuel supply because of its established port infrastructure and
connectivity with industrial and energy markets. Developing alternative-fuel
facilities could also support shipping lines seeking to reduce emissions from
their operations. The port’s outreach
to international hydrogen companies is expected to encourage investment in fuel
production and related infrastructure. Potential projects could include green
hydrogen and ammonia production facilities, storage terminals, bunkering
infrastructure and associated logistics facilities. The move aligns with India’s broader
National Green Hydrogen Mission, which seeks to expand domestic green hydrogen
production and establish the country as a major hub for clean hydrogen and its
derivatives. For the shipping sector,
availability of green ammonia and other low-carbon fuels at major ports will be
important as carriers transition towards cleaner vessels. Kandla’s efforts
could therefore strengthen India’s position in the emerging global green-fuel
supply chain.