GAIL (India) Limited, through its wholly owned subsidiary GAIL Mangalore Petrochemicals Limited (GMPL), has re-engaged with Process Licensor INEOS to support the plant's revitalization, formalizing this renewed collaboration.

This marks a significant step towards the revival of GMPL's 1.25 MMTPA Purified Terephthalic Acid (PTA) manufacturing plant located in the Special Economic Zone (SEZ), Mangalore.

This collaboration marks a pivotal development in the efforts to bring the PTA plant back into production. The original agreement with INEOS was executed by JBF Petrochemicals (JBF), which could not be realized due to insolvency proceedings. Following GAIL's acquisition of JBF through the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP) under the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) in June 2023, the company is now working to overcome the legacy challenges and ensure the plant's successful on-streaming and long-term operational stability.

Speaking on the occasion, Chairman, GMPL and GAIL Director (HR) Ayush Gupta said, "Through this strategic partnership and renewed focus, GAIL aims to position GMPL as a key player in the domestic PTA market while supporting the country's growth in petrochemical manufacturing." GAIL Director (BD) R.K. Singhal said, "The successful realization of this project is expected to have a positive impact by reducing country's import burden and strengthen India's manufacturing capabilities in the petrochemical sector."

The amended agreement with INEOS signed is expected to enhance the plant's operational efficiency, align production capabilities with market demand, and contribute to India's vision of self-reliance as part of the Government of India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.

INEOS Group is a global manufacturer of petrochemicals, speciality chemicals and oil products.