Petronet applies to construct new LNG terminal

ndia’s Petronet LNG Limited has proposed constructing a liquefied natural gas (LNG) floating storage regasification unit (FSRU) in Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

It has submitted an application to sector regulator Petroleum and Natural Gas regulatory Board (PNGRB), proposing the establishment of an LNG terminal linked to a 50MW gas-based power plant to be implemented by state-run utility NTPC Limited. A portion of the LNG volue would be fed into city gas distribution channels for powering power transport and households.