Indian Oil to expand its LNG terminal at Kamarajar Port in Chennai
The Hindu
IOCL plans to double capacity of its LNG terminal in Ennore, Chennai. No additional land required. Cost of project estimated at ₹3,000 crore. Expansion to supply clean energy to TN, AP, Karnataka. Re-gasified LNG to be used for power, fertiliser plants, city gas, vehicles, piped natural gas. Terms of Reference prescribed for EIA Report and environmental clearances.
Indian Oil Corporation Ltd. (IOCL) has proposed to expand the capacity of its liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal located inside the Kamarajar Port, in Ennore, Chennai.
At present, the terminal has the capacity to process and store 5 million metric tonnes per annum (MMTPA) of LNG. The company aims to double this capacity. This is because projected demand for LNG from the Ennore LNG Terminal is expected to increase beyond its present 5 MMTPA by 2025–26.
No additional land would be required for this proposed project, since all facilities are to come up within the existing terminal complex area of 128 acres. The estimated cost of the project is around ₹3,000 crore.
Construction of the import, storage and regassification terminal, which is situated inside the Kamarajar Port in Ennore, began in 2015, and commenced operations in 2019. The proposed project is expected to be completed in 54 months from the date of the Board’s approval. The proposed facility will have LNG storage tanks, regasification systems, LNG pumps and vapourisers.
The existing terminal at present, receives imported LNG through ships at a dedicated LNG Berth constructed inside the Kamarajar Port and stores the gas in two tanks with capacities of 1,80,000 cubic metres each. The gas is stored at minus 162 Degree Celsius.
The expanded LNG import and regasification terminal is expected to supply clean energy to help industrial growth in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka. The re-gasified LNG will be distributed to power generation plants, fertiliser plants and other industrial units. The gas will also be made available for city gas distribution, supply to vehicles, and piped natural gas to homes.
Student representatives from the 14 districts assumed the roles of the Prime Minister, Speaker, Ministers, and other parliamentary members
Shorts News:Election Commission revises UP SIR timeline amid staff workload concerns
Hyundai Motor India launches 'Prime Taxi' range, offering reliable and cost-effective vehicles for fleet operators and taxi drivers.
Four abandoned leopard cubs rescued in Bengaluru by PfA Wildlife Hospital, with plans for monitored reunification with their mother.
Explore Khaleda Zia's pivotal role in shaping India-Bangladesh relations through decades of political interactions and diplomatic engagements.
Udupi MLA Yashpal Suvarna reports phone hacking incident, with scammers soliciting money from his contacts via WhatsApp.
A Belgian Malinois puppy named 'Rudra' joins Vellore's Detective Dog Squad for narcotics detection training.
Tirumala celebrates Vaikuntha Ekadasi with the opening of Vaikuntha Dwaram, offering spiritual fulfillment and devotion to pilgrims.
Kashmir bans VPN usage in four districts for security reasons, citing concerns over potential unlawful activities and public safety.
T.N. Deputy CM Udhayanidhi Stalin inaugurates a ₹9.67-crore international hockey ground in Coimbatore, enhancing local sports infrastructure.
Telangana announces IAS officer transfers, with G. Srijana appointed as GHMC Additional Commissioner following administrative reorganization.
Delhi faces severe air pollution as CM announces road construction to reduce dust emissions and improve air quality.
Tiruchi faces ongoing infrastructure challenges despite recent developments, with many key projects still awaiting execution and community concerns unresolved.