The Technology Development Board has entered into an agreement with a private firm to establish an advanced manufacturing facility for the production and commercialisation of indigenously developed Type-IV Composite CNG Cylinders. The facility will use cutting-edge filament winding, blow moulding, and high-pressure testing technologies.

 

The move aligns with the government’s vision of promoting clean energy mobility, reducing carbon emissions, and strengthening indigenous manufacturing under Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

 

The Ministry of Science and Technology said the initiative is expected to strengthen India’s domestic capabilities in advanced gas storage systems for clean transportation and emerging energy applications.

 

Type-IV composite cylinders represent a next-generation alternative to conventional steel cylinders and offer up to 75 percent weight reduction, improving vehicle efficiency and significantly reducing carbon emissions.