India's First Indigenous Hydrogen Fuel-Cell Vessel
Sector: Water Supply and Storage • Location: Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
Source: The Economic Times
India's first indigenous hydrogen fuel-cell vessel was launched in Varanasi, marking a significant step towards clean and sustainable inland water transport. The vessel reflects India's technological advancements and commitment to green energy, joining countries like China, Norway, the Netherlands, and Japan in operating hydrogen-powered vessels. The initiative is part of the ongoing modernization
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Water Supply and Storage, Seaport, Hydrogen, Government, Commercial
- Location
- Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- The Economic Times
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Description | India's first indigenous hydrogen fuel-cell vessel was launched in Varanasi, marking a significant step towards clean and sustainable inland water transport. The vessel reflects India's technological advancements and commitment to green energy, joining countries like China, Norway, the Netherlands, and Japan in operating hydrogen-powered vessels. The initiative is part of the ongoing modernization of India's inland waterways, supported by projects like the Jal Marg Vikas Project, which developed a modern navigation corridor on National Waterway-1. |
Original sector | Transportation |
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Country | India |
State | Uttar Pradesh |
City | Varanasi |
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Source | The Economic Times |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Water Supply and Storage, Seaport, Hydrogen, Government, Commercial |
Article published date | 2025-12-14 |
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