CONCOR and GAIL Join Forces to Build LNG Infrastructure Nationwide

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Container Corporation of India Ltd (CONCOR) and GAIL (India) Ltd  have entered into an agreement to set up Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) facilities at CONCOR terminals across the country. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in New Delhi on April 25, 2025.

The partnership aims to secure a steady supply of LNG fuel to support CONCOR’s road transport operations. The first LNG station under this collaboration will be established at CONCOR’s Khodiyar terminal in Ahmedabad. Both companies will also look into expanding their cooperation in other mutually beneficial areas.

The MoU was signed by Ahmed Wasi Khan, General Manager (P&S) from CONCOR, and Kapil Kumar Jain, Executive Director (Marketing-Retail LNG) from GAIL. The event was attended by CONCOR Chairman and MD Sanjay Swarup, GAIL Director (Marketing) Sanjay Kumar, and other senior officials from both organizations.

Sanjay Swarup stated that the initiative reflects it’s ongoing commitment to sustainable logistics. He also noted that the company has already launched an LNG station at its Khatuwas Multi-Modal Logistics Park and deployed a fleet of 130 LNG-powered trailers, contributing to a significant reduction in emissions. Sanjay Kumar from GAIL commended CONCOR’s efforts toward cleaner transport and reaffirmed GAIL’s readiness to support such initiatives through its expertise and infrastructure.

CONCOR, a key public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, specializes in multi-modal logistics solutions and is actively integrating greener alternatives into its services. This collaboration marks a major move toward cleaner fuel adoption in the logistics industry, promoting lower emissions in freight movement across the country.

Established in 1984, GAIL operates an extensive pipeline network for transporting natural gas and is involved in the production of petrochemicals, along with the development of renewable energy solutions. As a key player in India’s natural gas industry, GAIL has contributed significantly to the nation’s energy security by providing sustainable, cost-effective solutions across various sectors. The company is also focused on expanding its global presence through strategic partnerships and projects, with an emphasis on innovation and sustainability in its operations. Through its subsidiaries and collaborations, GAIL continues to strengthen its position as a critical component of India’s energy infrastructure.