Bharat Petroleum, Vitol Asia Among Bidders for Sri Lanka LPG Terminal

11 Jul 2024 CW Team

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Vitol Asia are among the eight companies competing to secure the rights for developing and operating Sri Lanka's liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) terminal. This project aims to enhance Sri Lanka's energy infrastructure and meet growing demand for LPG in the region. The bidding process reflects significant interest from international and domestic players in participating in Sri Lanka's energy sector expansion.

The Sri Lankan government's initiative to privatise the LPG terminal underscores its commitment to attracting private investment and fostering competitive market dynamics. The terminal, once operational, is expected to bolster the country's import capabilities and ensure stable supply of LPG, crucial for residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. The project aligns with Sri Lanka's strategic goals of strengthening energy security and promoting sustainable economic growth through infrastructure development.

BPCL and Vitol Asia's participation highlights their strategic focus on expanding market presence and leveraging opportunities in South Asia's energy markets. The competitive bidding process underscores the potential for enhanced collaboration between India and Sri Lanka in energy infrastructure development. As the bidding progresses, stakeholders anticipate increased investments and technological advancements that will benefit both countries' energy sectors and contribute to regional energy stability.

Infrastructure Urban

11 Mar 2026

India Expands Semiconductor Training To 500 Institutions

Under the Chips to Startups programme of the India Semiconductor Mission, the Union minister responsible for Railways, Information and Broadcasting, and Electronics and IT reported notable progress in talent development. He indicated that over the past four years substantial steps have been taken towards a 10-year target of training 85,000 engineers in semiconductor design. World-class EDA tools have been deployed in 315 academic institutions across the country to provide students with practical exposure to chip design. These EDA tools are supported by leading global firms and are accessible t..

Delhi Institutions Support India Semiconductor Mission

The Government of India has prioritised talent development through training, upskilling and workforce development under the Chips to Startups initiative of the India Semiconductor Mission, with officials noting progress in four years towards a 10-year target of training 85,000 engineers in semiconductor design. Electronic design automation tools provided by Synopsys, Cadence, Siemens, Renesas, Ansys and AMD have been deployed in 315 academic institutions, enabling students to gain practical chip design experience. Chips have been fabricated and tested at the Semiconductor Laboratory, Mohali, a..

NHA Announces Winners Of NHCX Hackathon At IIT Hyderabad

The National Health Authority (NHA) has concluded the NHCX Hackathon under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) to stimulate innovation around the National Health Claims Exchange (NHCX). The winning teams presented their solutions at the NHCX Innovation Meet held at IIT Hyderabad during a two-day event in March 2026 that also served as the hackathon grand finale. The hackathon itself ran from 22 to 28 February 2026 and aimed to accelerate paperless, transparent claims processing across India. The event was organised with a range of ecosystem partners, including the Insurance Regulatory a..