Power Generation and Distribution

Petronet LNG proposes a 40 MW gas-based power plant at Port Blair, South Andaman in the UT of Andaman and Nicobar. The project is proposed along with a 0.15 MTPA Floating, Storage And Regasification Unit (FSRU) to produce R-LNG (Regasified-Liquefied Natural Gas). The estimated cost of the project is Rs. 2,150 million. The current status of the project could not be ascertained. According to MoEF sources, Vimta Labs is the consultant. The total land area is 0.82 hectares. The total estimated cost of the project is Rs. 7,110 million. During operation phase, energy requirement of 1,000 KVA shall be met through captive power units (GTEs/GTGs) on FSRU. BOG will be used as fuel for captive power generation using gas engines. Project is scheduled to be completed in 24 months after obtaining necessary clearances. [Info as of: Mar. `17]

India \ Andaman & Nicobar