V O Chidambaranar Port Aims to Become India's Green Hydrogen-Ammonia Hub
Key Ideas
- V O Chidambaranar Port in Tamil Nadu plans to invest Rs 41,860 crore to become the Green Hydrogen-Ammonia hub of India, with initiatives for manufacturing and storage facilities.
- The port has seen an increase in cargo handling, with 29.70 million tonnes handled, including containers, showing growth in both volume and efficiency.
- Measures such as capacity augmentation, strategic initiatives, and infrastructure development aim to enhance handling efficiency, increase cargo throughput, and expand market share in the region.
- Projects include a green hydrogen Pilot Bunkering demonstration, widening the entrance channel, constructing new berths, and developing infrastructure for handling smaller vessels.
V O Chidambaranar Port in Tamil Nadu is on track to become India's Green Hydrogen-Ammonia hub with a massive investment of Rs 41,860 crore. The port has witnessed a growth in cargo handling, reaching 29.70 million tonnes, including containers. To further enhance its capabilities, several strategic initiatives have been undertaken to increase efficiency, throughput, and market share. As part of this vision, land has been allocated for firms to establish Green Hydrogen and Ammonia manufacturing and storage facilities. The port is also conducting a pilot demonstration for green hydrogen production and power generation. With its advantages like all-weather operations, strategic location, and efficient connectivity, V O Chidambaranar Port aims to become the gateway port of South India. Projects in the pipeline include a green hydrogen bunkering demonstration, widening the entrance channel, constructing new berths, and developing infrastructure for handling different vessel sizes. These developments showcase the port's commitment to sustainability and innovation in the maritime industry.
Topics
Power
Infrastructure
Investments
Cargo Handling
Strategic Initiatives
Port
Capacity Augmentation
Gateway Port
Bulk Cargo
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