India’s First Green Methanol Decarbonisation Project Launched at V. O. Chidambaranar Port

V. O. Chidambaranar Port Trust is taking a significant step towards maritime sustainability with the launch of India’s first pilot-scale project for port decarbonisation. This pioneering initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions and promote green energy within India’s maritime sector.

The Port Authority undertook a thorough evaluation of alternative fuel options and recently achieved a major milestone with the approval of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) by the Mission Director. This approval sets the stage for the use of green methanol as a fuel for vessel propulsion, port operations, and bunkering facilities.

Having secured approval from the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (India) and the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), the project is now moving towards the implementation stage. V. O. Chidambaranar Port is set to become the first in India to establish green methanol bunkering infrastructure.

This pioneering effort by V. O. Chidambaranar Port Trust underscores its commitment to sustainability and sets a new standard for green practices in the maritime industry in India.

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