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TATA MOTORS SIGNS MOU WITH V.O. CHIDAMBARANAR fuels reinforces our commitment towards building a robust green
PORT AUTHORITY TO DEPLOY 40 GREEN HYDROGEN- hydrogen ecosystem and positioning VOC Port as a leader in
POWERED HEAVY-DUTY TRUCKS sustainable maritime infrastructure.” EQUIPMENT
Marking a pivotal step in the country’s journey toward net zero Speaking on the MoU announcement, Rajesh Kaul, Vice
emissions, Tata Motors, India’s largest commercial vehicle President and Business Head – Trucks, Tata Motors Ltd, said, “Our
manufacturer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding collaboration with V.O. Chidambaranar Port
(MoU) with V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOCPA), Tuticorin, Association marks an important milestone
Tamil Nadu, to deploy 40 Green Hydrogen Internal Combustion in bringing hydrogen-powered heavy-duty
Engine-powered (H2 ICE) prime movers at the port. The MoU was trucking into real-world port operations.
signed in the presence of Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Hon’ble Union Over the past several months, we have
Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. worked closely with the port authorities
As part of the MoU, Tata Motors will commence trials with a to assess pathways for hydrogen trucks in
hydrogen-powered prime mover, followed by the phased cargo handling applications. This pilot will
deployment of H2 ICE-powered prime movers over the next two help demonstrate the potential of assessing the TCO parity and
years. The project will be funded by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping with Green Hydrogen in supporting the transition of India’s ports
and Waterways, which underscores the Government of India’s towards cleaner and more sustainable logistics solutions.”
commitment to accelerating green energy adoption and building The fleet for the project includes the Tata Motors Prima 55-tonne
a sustainable, future-ready maritime ecosystem. prime mover, engineered for sustainable, cost-efficient and high-
Sharing his thoughts on the partnership, Susanta Kumar performance transportation. Featuring the premium Prima cabin
Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, VOCPA, said, “Our partnership and advanced driver-assist safety features, they enhance driver
with Tata Motors marks a transformative step in VOC Port’s comfort, reduce fatigue and improve productivity while setting
push to achieve net-zero emissions. The new benchmarks for safety. Tata Motors is at the forefront of
deployment of green hydrogen-powered developing innovative mobility solutions powered by alternative
trucks will significantly decarbonise our fuel technologies such as battery electric, CNG, LNG, hydrogen
cargo handling operations while setting a internal combustion, and hydrogen fuel cell. It offers a robust
benchmark for sustainable port-led logistics portfolio of alternate-fuel powered commercial vehicles across
in India. To support the phased induction various segments, including small commercial vehicles, trucks,
of these Green Hydrogen trucks, the port buses and vans. In 2025, Tata Motors commenced hydrogen-
is also progressing plans to establish a 2 powered truck trials across key freight corridors in India. The
MW electrolyzer and a dedicated hydrogen refueling station. company had also won a tender of 15 hydrogen FCEV buses,
This project along with various other initiatives related to green which are successfully deployed on Indian roads.

SANY INDIA EXPANDS PRESENCE IN MADHYA PRADESH Pradesh has always been the frontier of infrastructure growth in
WITH NEW 3S DEALERSHIP IN INDORE TO STRENGTHEN central India, driven by rapid growth and increasing investments
CUSTOMER REACH AND AFTER-SALES SUPPORT in Bharatmala, mining, and urban development projects. Our
SANY, the leading manufacturer of construction, mining, road, partnership with M/s. Avni Automobiles for this 3S dealership marks
logistics & energy equipment, announced the inauguration of its a significant step toward strengthening our service network and
new 3S (Sales, Service & Spares) dealership in Indore, in partnership enhancing customer accessibility.
with M/s. Avni Automobiles. This strategic expansion reinforces With this addition, we aim to deliver not only superior products
SANY India’s commitment to providing world-class products and but also prompt support and holistic solutions to our customers
unmatched after-sales support to customers across Madhya in the region.”
Pradesh. In Addition, Abhishek Jain, Founder, Avni Automobiles, said, “We
The new dealership will cater to key regions around Indore, like are excited to partner with SANY India, a
Dewas, Pithampur, including Sanwer, Hatod, and Betma, to ensure brand known for its engineering excellence,
customers’ convenient access to SANY India’s extensive product customer satisfaction, and commitment
range and efficient service support. The 3S facility is equipped with to innovation. Through this 3S dealership,
a modern showroom, a dedicated service bay, and a spare parts we are committed to offering end-to-
section designed to deliver a seamless customer experience. end solutions from sales to service and
The branch was inaugurated in the presence of Rahul Tiwari, spare parts. This partnership reinforces our
Regional Manager, SANY India along with senior management commitment to provide reliable & timely
from SANY India and M/s. Avni Automobiles, support to customers in and around Indore. We are dedicated to
which together marked a meaningful supporting the infrastructure growth of the region in collaboration
milestone in SANY’s growth journey and with SANY India.
supporting the growing infrastructure The new dealership opening is part of SANY India’s continuous
needs of the region. Speaking on the efforts to strengthen its nationwide network, ensuring that
milestone, Rangasami S, Head Mini & customers benefit from the company’s “Customer First” approach
Small Excavator, SANY India said, “Madhya through localized service excellence and product availability.

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