Tata Steel Pioneers India's First Hydrogen-Compliant Pipes
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| Why in News? | Tata Steel has become the first Indian company to develop hydrogen-compliant pipes for transporting 100% gaseous hydrogen, supporting India's clean energy transition and the National Hydrogen Mission. |
| Product Details | - API X65 pipes designed for high-pressure (100 bar) hydrogen transport. - Developed at Khopoli plant using steel from Kalinganagar facility. - Successfully tested ERW (Electric Resistance Welded) pipes for hydrogen transportation. |
| Significance | - Supports India's National Hydrogen Mission and aligns with global clean energy goals. - First Indian steel company to manufacture hot-rolled steel for hydrogen transport (2024). - Helps establish hydrogen transportation infrastructure for India's future energy needs. |
| Hydrogen Demand & Future Growth | - India aims to produce 5 million metric tonnes (MMT) of green hydrogen annually by 2030, with potential to scale up to 10 MMT. - Demand for hydrogen-compliant steel is expected to rise from 2026-27, with a projected need of 350,000 tonnes of steel over the next 5-7 years. |
| Advantages of Steel Pipelines for Hydrogen Transport | - Cost-effective and efficient for large-scale distribution. - Designed to handle high pressure and corrosion resistance. - Enables safe and reliable hydrogen transport for industries, power generation, and manufacturing. |
| Tata Steel's Commitment to Innovation | - Leader in developing advanced steel grades. - Contributing to India's clean energy transition. - Ready to meet domestic and global demand for hydrogen-compliant pipes. |