Air Liquide’s new Bhagapura ASU will produce 200T gases/day, serving auto & medical sectors. First Indian plant to achieve carbon neutrality by 2029.
Key Highlights
✅ Second ASU in Gujarat: 200-tonne/day capacity at Bhagapura
✅ Cylinder Filling Station: 1,000 cylinders/day capacity
✅ Sustainability Focus: Carbon-neutral operations by 2029
✅ Industrial Support: Serves auto, battery & electronics sectors
✅ Medical Gas Supply: Supports local healthcare infrastructure
Air Liquide Doubles Gujarat Capacity with Strategic Bhagapura Investment
Bhagapura, Gujarat – Global industrial gas leader Air Liquide has announced a major expansion in Gujarat with a new ₹1,200 crore Air Separation Unit (ASU) and Cylinder Filling Station at Bhagapura, complementing its existing Jhagadia plant. The facility, operational by 2027, reinforces Gujarat’s position as India’s industrial powerhouse.
Facility Specifications
| Parameter | Capacity |
|---|---|
| Daily Gas Production | 200 tonnes |
| Cylinder Filling | 1,000/day |
| Renewable Energy Integration | Wind-Solar Hybrid |
| Carbon Neutrality Target | 2029 |
Strategic Benefits
- Industrial Growth:
- Supplies critical gases to EV battery makers, auto & electronics
- Supports Gujarat’s ₹10 lakh crore industrial ecosystem
- Healthcare Boost:
- Medical-grade oxygen for hospitals across central Gujarat
- Sustainability Leadership:
- First ASU in India to adopt Wind-Solar Hybrid power
- Aligns with Net Zero by 2050 commitment
Management Vision
Benoit Renard, MD, Air Liquide India:
“This expansion doubles our Gujarat capacity, ensuring reliable gas supply for manufacturing and healthcare. Our 2029 decarbonization plan sets new sustainability benchmarks.”
Market Context
- Gujarat’s Industrial Demand: Growing need for nitrogen/argon in:
✔ Lithium-ion battery production
✔ Automotive welding
✔ Semiconductor manufacturing - Medical Gas Market: Projected 12% CAGR (2024-30)
Conclusion
This investment:
✔ Strengthens Gujarat’s industrial infrastructure
✔ Enhances medical gas security
✔ Pioneers clean energy in gas production
Future Roadmap:
- Phase-wise commissioning starting 2026
- Partnerships with renewable energy providers
- Expansion of cylinder distribution network
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