Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has announced a groundbreaking initiative in sustainable aviation, collaborating with BluJ Aerospace, the Agency for New and Renewable Energy Research and Technology (ANERT), and Cochin International Airport Limited (CIAL) to establish the world’s first hydrogen-powered Vertical Take-off and Landing (VTOL) aviation ecosystem.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in Kochi on March 12, 2025, marking a significant step towards India’s commitment to achieving Net Zero emissions by 2070. This pioneering initiative aims to revolutionise regional and urban air mobility, enhancing speed, reducing noise pollution, and improving energy efficiency—all while significantly lowering carbon emissions.
The share price of BPCL was trading higher by 1.16% as of 11:59 AM on March 19, 2025.
BPCL will play a crucial role in enabling hydrogen-powered VTOL aircraft by developing the necessary refuelling infrastructure. The company plans to establish Hydrogen Refuelling Stations (HRS) in Kochi and Trivandrum, which will serve as key enablers for this ambitious project.
In addition to infrastructure development, BPCL will also focus on research and development (R&D) efforts, particularly in designing and manufacturing an Indigenous Proton Exchange Membrane (PEM) Hydrogen Fuel Cell. This high-power density fuel cell is expected to facilitate vertical lift-off, advancing India’s capabilities in hydrogen technology and clean aviation solutions.
The MoU was signed by key stakeholders, including Shri Ranjan Nair, Business Head – Renewable Energy, BPCL; Shri Narendra Nath Veluri, CEO – ANERT; Shri Maruthi Amardeep Sri Vatsavaya, CEO – BluJ Aerospace; and Shri Manu G, Airport Director – CIAL. Several senior officials from state and central governments were also present at the event.
Highlighting the importance of this collaboration, Shri G. Krishnakumar, Chairman & Managing Director of BPCL, stated, “Green hydrogen has the potential to transform aviation and urban mobility. This partnership reflects our commitment to leading clean energy solutions that are both innovative and practical for a sustainable future.”
The hydrogen refuelling stations set up by BPCL will form a crucial part of Kerala’s Hydrogen Valley Programme, aimed at fostering research and promoting hydrogen-powered mobility solutions. These stations will not only support the aviation project but will also be instrumental in developing broader hydrogen-based transportation systems in the region.
With this initiative, BPCL continues to reinforce its leadership in green energy and sustainable innovation, laying the foundation for India’s transition to hydrogen-powered aviation and transport.
BPCL is a Fortune Global 500 company and one of India’s leading oil marketing corporations. It plays a significant role in refining crude oil, marketing petroleum products, and spearheading clean energy initiatives. With refineries in Mumbai, Kochi, and Bina, BPCL has been integrating sustainability into its operations and is actively working towards becoming a Net Zero Energy Company by 2040.
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Published on: Mar 19, 2025, 1:56 PM IST
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