Mangalore Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited (MRPL) has received official authorization to develop a new petroleum and petroleum product (ATF) pipeline. This strategic project will connect Devangonthi to both the existing and upcoming satellite fuel farm stations at Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru. The project is designed to enhance aviation turbine fuel infrastructure, with a total system capacity of 2.5 MMTPA, and is expected to be executed within a period of 36 months.
Strategic Infrastructure Development
The company has been granted a significant mandate to undertake the laying, building, and operation of a critical pipeline infrastructure. This project serves the aviation sector by facilitating the efficient transport of Aviation Turbine Fuel (ATF) to the Kempegowda International Airport in Bengaluru. The expansion of this pipeline network is a key development for the company as it strengthens its footprint in the aviation fuel supply chain.
Project Specifications and Capacity
The project involves linking Devangonthi to the airport’s fuel farm stations. A defining feature of this project is its substantial capacity, with the pipeline designed to handle a system capacity of 2.5 MMTPA. This infrastructure upgrade is vital for supporting the growing air traffic demand at Bengaluru’s international airport and underscores the company’s commitment to large-scale industrial project delivery.
Execution Timeline
According to the project schedule, the development and operationalization of the pipeline are slated to be completed within 36 months from the date of authorization. The project is being executed as an independent initiative, with no related party transactions involved, and aligns with the company’s long-term operational growth objectives.
Source: BSE
