Scaling Up The LNG Cycle

LNG is fast emerging as a viable transition fuel for India's transport sector. In this interview, Deepak Acharya, CEO of INOX India Limited, speaks with Richa Tyagi about powering clean commercial mobility.

- By Richa Tyagi

Q. INOXCVA has a strong pedigree in cryogenic engineering. What core technical strengths were leveraged in developing the LNG fuel tank, and how does this solution distinguish itself in the Indian market?

A. Our LNG fuel tank is built on decades of cryogenic engineering experience, spanning LNG storage, industrial gas systems, and customised equipment for energy infrastructure. Foundational technologies such as vacuum-insulated, double-walled, multi-layer super-insulation, thermal shielding, and precision fabrication, critical to cryogenic systems, have been adapted and refined for dynamic, on-vehicle automotive applications. Unlike solutions retrofitted from conventional fuels, this tank is engineered from a cryogenics-first perspective. This ensures superior thermal stability, lower evaporation losses, and robust structural strength under the varied driving and climatic conditions across India. The design philosophy reflects not only technical rigor, but also the practical expectations of Indian fleet operators who prioritise uptime and predictable performance.

Q. Which vehicle segments and applications are best suited for LNG fuel tanks, and how does INOXCVA cater to varying operational needs?

A. LNG fuel tanks are particularly well suited for medium- and heavy-duty commercial vehicles operating over long distances. These include tractor-trailers, bulk logistics vehicles, and fleet operations with high daily kilometre usage, where fuel efficiency and range are critical. INOXCVA offers the tank in multiple capacities and configurations to suit different vehicle layouts and operating profiles. This flexibility allows fleet operators and OEMs to integrate LNG without major compromises on payload, vehicle design, or operational efficiency. The aim is to make LNG adoption practical, not experimental, for Indian transporters.