Coal India and ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel Sign Coal Gasification MoU; Import Coking Coal Impact Unclear

Published: Aug 14, 2026 11:29

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Coal India Limited signed a memorandum of understanding with ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India on August 12 to explore the construction of a coal gasification facility adjacent to or within the company’s Paradip pellet plant in Odisha. The proposed facility would produce synthesis gas and incorporate carbon capture, utilisation and storage technology. The companies currently plan only to assess the project’s technical and commercial feasibility, examine implementation options and prepare a Preliminary Feasibility Report.

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