New Delhi: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has approved a dedicated jetty for handling green hydrogen, ammonia, and other liquid cargo at Paradip Port Authority. The project will cost Rs 797.17 crore.
Paradip Port Authority will implement the project on a build-operate-transfer basis. The proposed facility will have a handling capacity of four million tonnes per annum.
The new jetty will strengthen Paradip Port’s role as a green energy cargo hub. The project will include a dedicated berth, storage systems, pipelines, handling equipment, and related infrastructure.
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said the approval reflects the Centre’s focus on green infrastructure. He said the move supports India’s clean energy goals under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
The jetty will have a centre-to-centre distance of 279 metres between end dolphins. The berth will have a dredged depth of 14.3 metres to allow safe handling of liquid cargo vessels, according to an official statement.
Paradip Port Authority will provide capital support of 20% of the total project cost. The support will amount to Rs 159.43 crore during construction. Authorities expect to complete the project within 24 months.
Officials said the green hydrogen jetty will boost export logistics. It will also connect Odisha’s emerging green hydrogen clusters with global markets.
The facility will also handle other liquid cargo in the initial phase. This step will ensure optimal use of infrastructure and diversify the port’s cargo profile.
Officials said the project aligns with the National Green Hydrogen Mission. They said it will support clean energy investments in Odisha and strengthen port-based logistics for green commodities.
