Kandla, April 9 -- In a significant move toward decarbonising the maritime sector, Deendayal Port Authority (Kandla Port) has advanced its methanol bunkering capabilities, positioning itself as a key player in India's energy transition efforts and global green shipping corridors. Aligned with the maritime sector's goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, the initiative focuses on adopting low-carbon alternative fuels such as e-methanol and e-ammonia to reduce greenhouse gas intensity in shipping.

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, said the initiative reflects India's firm commitment to sustainable maritime growth under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

"This milestone at Kandl...