New Delhi: The green hydrogen jetty at Paradip Port has been officially approved by Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), marking a significant step in strengthening the country’s green energy infrastructure.
With an estimated investment of ₹797.17 crore, this dedicated jetty will mainly handle green hydrogen, ammonia and other liquid cargo, aligning with the goals of the National Green Hydrogen Mission to build robust clean energy supply chains from Indian ports.
Details of Paradip Port Green Hydrogen Jetty Project
The approved project involves the development of a dedicated jetty and allied facilities at Paradip Port Authority (PPA) in Odisha on a build-operate-transfer (BOT) basis.
This jetty will be specially designed for the safe handling, storage, and transfer of green hydrogen and related liquid cargo.
The facility will also include:
- Storage systems
- Pipelines
- Handling equipment
- Safety and monitoring infrastructure
ensuring efficient and secure operations for emerging liquid energy commodities.
Paradip Port Green Hydrogen Jetty Project: Capacity and Infrastructure
The new green hydrogen jetty is being designed with:
- 4.0 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) handling capacity, making it fit for large-scale cargo movement.
- 279 metres centre-to-centre distance between extreme end dolphins for safe berthing.
- 14.3 metres dredged depth in front of the berth to permit vessels carrying liquid energy commodities.
These specifications are in line with international safety norms for handling specialised energy products like green hydrogen and ammonia.
Funding and Implementation
The Paradip Port Authority will contribute a 20 % capital share—about ₹159.43 crore—during construction, which is expected to take around 24 months to complete.
Using the BOT model allows for efficient deployment of private investment alongside government oversight, helping ensure long-term operational sustainability.
Importance of Paradip Port Green Hydrogen Jetty Project
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said this project reflects India’s commitment to strengthening clean energy infrastructure under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
It will:
- Support export logistics for green hydrogen and derivatives.
- Integrate Odisha’s emerging green hydrogen clusters with global markets.
- Catalyse investment, employment and industrial growth in Eastern India.
The facility will also include capacity to handle other liquid cargo in early stages, helping maintain optimal utilisation while the green hydrogen ecosystem grows.
Alignment with National Goals
This jetty project directly supports the National Green Hydrogen Mission, which aims to make India a global hub for green hydrogen production and export, while cutting greenhouse gas emissions and advancing clean mobility and energy infrastructure.
By integrating advanced safety and handling systems, the jetty will set a benchmark for future green energy logistics facilities across Indian ports.
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