New Delhi, May 7: In line with the vision of promoting clean energy transportation, reducing carbon emissions, and strengthening indigenous manufacturing under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, the Technology Development Board (TDB) of the Department of Science and Technology (DST) has signed an agreement with NTF Energy Solutions Private Limited. This project, titled “Establishment of Manufacturing Facility for Commercialization of Type-IV CNG Cylinders,” was announced by the Ministry of Science and Technology on Thursday.
The ministry stated that the project’s aim is to set up an advanced manufacturing facility for the production and commercialization of indigenous Type-IV composite CNG cylinders. This will utilize cutting-edge filament winding, blow molding, and high-pressure testing techniques. The initiative is expected to bolster India’s domestic capabilities in advanced gas storage systems for clean transportation and emerging energy applications.
Type-IV composite cylinders are the next-generation alternative to traditional steel cylinders, offering up to a 75% reduction in weight. This enhancement significantly improves vehicle efficiency and leads to a notable decrease in carbon emissions. These cylinders are designed with corrosion-resistant polymer liners, customized CFRP layouts, and advanced mechanical locking systems to ensure better safety and durability, preventing leaks and vibrations. Their design achieves burst pressures exceeding 600 bar, well above regulatory requirements, ensuring robust operational safety.
This technology has been indigenously developed by NTF Energy Solutions Private Limited and is tailored to support India’s rapidly growing CNG mobility ecosystem. The project aligns with the government’s broader efforts towards sustainable transportation, clean fuel, and domestic manufacturing of advanced mobility components.
The proposed plant will utilize locally available raw materials and advanced manufacturing processes to create a cost-competitive and future-ready production system for high-pressure composite cylinders. This initiative is expected to significantly contribute to domestic production of imported goods, technological self-reliance, and the development of a robust clean energy supply chain in the country.
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