Ashis SenapatiKendrapada: Paradip Port Authority (PPA) on Saturday hosted a high-level delegation from Japan’s Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company and ACME Group to explore the port’s potential as a major green energy export hub and strengthen collaboration for developing a global green fuel supply chain.The Japanese delegation, led by Mitsubishi Gas Chemical managing executive officer Hideaki Akase and executive officer Masahiko Naito, held discussions with PPA chairman P L Haranadh and deputy chairperson T Venu Gopal on leveraging Paradip’s infrastructure for large-scale exports of green fuels.The visit comes close on heels of a landmark 10-year agreement under which ACME Group will supply 100,000 tonnes of green methanol annually to Mitsubishi Gas Chemical from its upcoming facility at Paradip. The project is part of Odisha’s proposed Rs 67,000-crore investment in green hydrogen, green ammonia and green methanol, aimed at positioning the state as a global clean energy hub.“Paradip Port is strategically prepared to lead the transition towards sustainable clean energy exports. With world-class infrastructure and secured global offtake agreements, we are positioning Paradip as a key gateway for green energy exports, sustainable marine fuels and clean cargo logistics,” Haranadh said.Officials said the discussions focused on creating an integrated ecosystem for production, storage and export of green hydrogen derivatives and other clean energy products. The initiative assumes significance as the International Maritime Organisation tightens decarbonisation targets for the global shipping industry, increasing demand for low-carbon marine fuels.PPA highlighted its deep-draft berths, advanced cargo-handling facilities and multimodal connectivity as key strengths that would support large-scale exports while meeting global safety and environmental standards.The visit reaffirmed Paradip Port’s commitment to supporting India’s energy transition and strengthening Odisha’s emergence as a preferred destination for clean energy investments and sustainable maritime trade, officials said.
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