INOX India Supplies LNG Systems for Indian Railways DEMU Trial
OIL & GAS

INOX India Supplies LNG Systems for Indian Railways DEMU Trial

INOX India Limited (INOXCVA) supplied 2,200-litre liquefied natural gas (LNG) receiving, storage and regasification systems for integration with 1,400 HP driving power cars of dual-fuel diesel electric multiple unit (DEMU) trains that Indian Railways operated during trials at Sabarmati, Ahmedabad. The deployment enabled dual-fuel operation by blending LNG with diesel and supported substitution of up to 40 per cent of diesel consumption on short and medium distance routes. The company positioned the equipment as a step towards energy-efficient, low-emission rail mobility and as an enabler of India’s rail decarbonisation efforts.

The initiative originated from Indian Railways' Alternative Fuels Division to convert an initial batch of 10 driving power units from conventional diesel engines to a dual-fuel hybrid model. INOXCVA delivered two units initially that underwent extensive trials and certification by Indian Railways at the Sabarmati Division and proved performance benchmarks required for induction of further units. Following validation, Indian Railways prepared to induct additional units and INOXCVA prepared to fulfil its contractual deliveries.

CLH Gaseous Fuel Applications Pvt. Ltd. managed the engine conversion from standalone diesel to a dual-fuel configuration, and INOXCVA supplied the cryogenic LNG tank systems through that partnership. The supplier stated it remained the sole technology provider in India to have delivered, tested and validated cryogenic LNG systems for rail applications and reported plans to double on board LNG capacity to enable longer-range operations beyond current shorter hauls. The technology was presented as a means to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while enhancing operational efficiency and long-term sustainability.

INOX India Limited described its broader capabilities in design engineering, manufacturing, supply and commissioning of cryogenic turnkey packaged systems and cited operations in India, Brazil and Europe with an installed user base across more than 100 countries and a network of after sales support associates in 25 countries. The company framed LNG as a transition fuel with liquid hydrogen identified as a future frontier for zero emission rail locomotives and emphasised its research and development strengths. Contact details for further information were provided by the company.

INOX India Limited (INOXCVA) supplied 2,200-litre liquefied natural gas (LNG) receiving, storage and regasification systems for integration with 1,400 HP driving power cars of dual-fuel diesel electric multiple unit (DEMU) trains that Indian Railways operated during trials at Sabarmati, Ahmedabad. The deployment enabled dual-fuel operation by blending LNG with diesel and supported substitution of up to 40 per cent of diesel consumption on short and medium distance routes. The company positioned the equipment as a step towards energy-efficient, low-emission rail mobility and as an enabler of India’s rail decarbonisation efforts. The initiative originated from Indian Railways' Alternative Fuels Division to convert an initial batch of 10 driving power units from conventional diesel engines to a dual-fuel hybrid model. INOXCVA delivered two units initially that underwent extensive trials and certification by Indian Railways at the Sabarmati Division and proved performance benchmarks required for induction of further units. Following validation, Indian Railways prepared to induct additional units and INOXCVA prepared to fulfil its contractual deliveries. CLH Gaseous Fuel Applications Pvt. Ltd. managed the engine conversion from standalone diesel to a dual-fuel configuration, and INOXCVA supplied the cryogenic LNG tank systems through that partnership. The supplier stated it remained the sole technology provider in India to have delivered, tested and validated cryogenic LNG systems for rail applications and reported plans to double on board LNG capacity to enable longer-range operations beyond current shorter hauls. The technology was presented as a means to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while enhancing operational efficiency and long-term sustainability. INOX India Limited described its broader capabilities in design engineering, manufacturing, supply and commissioning of cryogenic turnkey packaged systems and cited operations in India, Brazil and Europe with an installed user base across more than 100 countries and a network of after sales support associates in 25 countries. The company framed LNG as a transition fuel with liquid hydrogen identified as a future frontier for zero emission rail locomotives and emphasised its research and development strengths. Contact details for further information were provided by the company.

Next Story
Infrastructure Transport

MMRDA advances 250 m on Orange Gate–Marine Drive tunnel

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has completed 250 m of underground tunnelling for the Orange Gate–Marine Drive Urban Road Tunnel using India’s largest slurry shield tunnel boring machine (TBM) deployed for an urban road project.The project involves twin tunnels extending over 7 km beneath critical transport corridors, including Central Railway, Western Railway and Metro Line 3. The work requires high-precision engineering to navigate densely developed urban infrastructure.Once completed, the tunnel is expected to reduce travel time between Orange Gate and Marin..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

Hindustan Zinc Pays Rs 188.46 Billion in FY26

Hindustan Zinc contributed Rs 188.46 billion to the public exchequer in FY 2025-26, according to its 9th Tax Transparency Report. The contribution, equivalent to 46 per cent of the company’s revenue, included direct and indirect taxes, government royalties, dividends to the Government of India, withholding taxes and other statutory levies.The company’s five-year cumulative contribution to the exchequer stood at Rs 915.72 billion. In FY26, Hindustan Zinc reported revenue of Rs 408.44 billion, EBITDA of Rs 221.62 billion and profit after tax of Rs 138.32 billion. It also achieved its highest..

Next Story
Infrastructure Urban

World of Concrete India 2026 Opens in Mumbai

Informa Markets in India will host the 12th edition of World of Concrete India 2026 from 3–5 June 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The specialised B2B exhibition will bring together manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, developers, architects, consultants, infrastructure companies, project leaders and government stakeholders.The event is expected to feature over 350 brands and more than 18,000 trade professionals. It will cover concrete and cement, dry mortar, precast technologies, formwork, construction chemicals, industrial and commercial flooring, scaffolding, safety solutio..

Advertisement

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Get daily newsletters around different themes from Construction world.

STAY CONNECTED

Advertisement

Advertisement

Advertisement