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India Energy Week 2025

Building on the success of two landmark editions inaugurated by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India Energy Week 2025 was held in New Delhi from 11–14 February, reaffirming its position as a premier global energy platform.

Held under the patronage of Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, this pivotal gathering brought together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to tackle the energy sector’s most pressing challenges.

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Over four days, Yashobhoomi (New Delhi) turned into a meeting ground for world leaders, innovators, thinkers, and thousands of visitors who came to witness India’s evolving energy story. What made this edition stand out was not just its scale but the unmistakable sense of direction where India was not merely participating in global conversations on energy; it was shaping them.

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Union Petroleum Minister, India and Minister of Energy, Qatar, with other dignitaries and global industry leaders

From historic agreements to futuristic technology showcases, IndianOil stood at the heart of this momentum, leading dialogues, forging collaborations, and presenting a powerful vision of a secure, inclusive, and sustainable energy future.

A Global Stage hosted by India

The event began with a virtual address by the Hon’ble Prime Minister, who set the tone for the week by framing India's energy ambitions around five anchors—resource strength, innovation, economic resilience, strategic geography, and sustainability.

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Hon'ble Prime Minister, virtually addressing the gathering

Soon after, Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri expanded the conversation, highlighting how IEW had quickly risen to become the world’s second-largest energy event. With more than 700 exhibitors, 105 conference sessions, and participation from 120+ countries, this wasn’t just an exhibition—it was a global ecosystem coming alive.

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Union Petroleum Minister, speaking during the inaugural session Union Petroleum Minister, with other dignitaries

IndianOil at the Forefront

IndianOil’s leadership was deeply engaged right from the inaugural session. Chairman A. S. Sahney, along with Functional Directors, represented the corporation across ministerial discussions, business engagements, and high-level bilateral meets. Whether it was Norway, the UAE, Qatar, Nigeria, or emerging energy partners across continents, IndianOil was part of multiple strategic dialogues centred on clean energy, technology transfer, LNG security, and sustainable mobility.

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Chairman, IndianOil, and senior officials, with Exxon representatives

A Hub for High-Impact Engagements

India Energy Week was beyond exhibitions and conversations, it became a living marketplace of ideas, strategy, and partnerships. For IndianOil, the sidelines were as powerful as the mainstage. Across four days, boardrooms, breakout zones, and quiet corners of Yashobhoomi hosted a flurry of meaningful engagements with global energy majors, technology innovators, and policy institutions.

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Glimpses of various unique engagements at the IndianOil Pavilion

Strategic Bilateral Dialogues with Global Leaders

IndianOil Chairman, Mr. A. S. Sahney led several high-level meetings that touched upon everything from LNG security to refining upgrades to new-age fuels. The corporation met with Tecnimont, Exxon, Equinor, Socar, and Vitol, exploring collaboration in clean energy solutions, refining innovations, and strengthening cross-border trade in fuels and petrochemicals.

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Chairman, IndianOil, with global energy leaders and other dignitaries – SOCAR | Chairman, IndianOil, with global energy leaders and other dignitaries -Tecnimont

At the ministerial level, dialogues took place with dignitaries from Norway, the UAE, Nigeria, and Qatar, reinforcing India's position as a trusted partner in long-term energy cooperation. These conversations focused on clean fuels, technology transfer, storage infrastructure, and diversified energy sourcing.

Deep-Dive Discussions on Gas, Refining and Mobility

India Energy Week 2025 also became a powerful arena for IndianOil to strengthen global alliances and explore new opportunities across the entire energy spectrum. The corporation held a series of structured meetings with international partners, each focused on advancing India’s energy security, operational excellence and clean-energy ambitions.

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Chairman, IndianOil, with global energy leaders and other dignitaries – Vitol | Chairman, IndianOil, with global energy leaders and other dignitaries - Exxon

Discussions with Crown LNG centred on reliable, all-weather LNG import solutions, including the potential of Gravity-Based Structures to enhance round-the-year supply security. Engagements with TotalEnergies focused on emerging segments such as Sustainable Aviation Fuel, polymer and petrochemical pathways, and collaborative opportunities in recycling and waste-to-product technologies.

In parallel, meetings with Bloomberg created space for deep analytical conversations around India’s evolving gas market, hydrogen outlook, and long-term energy transition modelling.

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Director (Pipelines), Addl. Charge of Director (P&BD), in discussion with the Bloomberg team | Director (Pipelines), Addl. Charge of Director (P&BD) and his team, with the representatives of TotalEnergies

On the refining front, IndianOil explored future-ready technologies with multiple global players. BASF, Johnson Matthey, and Siemens Energy shared solutions ranging from next-generation catalysts and sustainable fuel upgrading techniques to advanced digital monitoring tools using AI and ML. These exchanges opened windows for improving efficiency, reducing emissions, and integrating sharper digital intelligence across refinery operations.

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Director (Refineries), interacting with the delegation of Johnson Matthey | Director (R&D) and Director (Refineries), with senior officials and CEO, LanzaTech

IndianOil’s clean energy and renewables agenda also saw meaningful traction. With companies such as LanzaTech, LanzaJet, ARUP, and Ecubix, discussions touched upon 3G ethanol stabilisation, SAF production, scalable hydrogen ecosystems, green infrastructure planning, and digital optimisation for complex industrial processes.

In the mobility segment, IndianOil met with Maruti Suzuki to explore wider adoption of ethanol blends (E25, E30, E85), scaling of CBG as a transportation fuel, and pathways for hydrogen-enabled vehicles. Conversations with Boeing advanced India’s Sustainable Aviation Fuel ecosystem, i.e., covering certification, industry offtake models, and digital tracking frameworks such as Book & Claim.

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Director (R&D) and his team, with the representatives of Maruti Suzuki India Limited | Petroleum Secretary, with Director (Pipelines), Addl. Charge of Director (P&BD) and other senior officials

Across these engagements, the discussions and deliberations emphasised that global companies see IndianOil as a credible, future-focused partner in accelerating clean fuels, expanding secure supply chains, and co-creating technology solutions for a rapidly changing energy landscape.

Expanding the Upstream and International Footprint

Meetings with ADNOC Upstream focused on accelerating existing discoveries, unconventional exploration projects like Shilaif, early monetisation, and participation in Abu Dhabi bid rounds.

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IndianOil officials with Mauritius Delegation during IEW 2025

Another notable engagement was with the Government of Mauritius, where discussions centred on supporting the island nation’s ambition to source 60% of its energy from green sources by 2030.

E-Fuels, CCUS, and the Future of Energy

A special session with HIF Asia Pacific opened the door to India’s entry into the fast-growing e-fuels market. Their cutting-edge approach of coupling hydrogen with CO₂ utilisation to create synthetic fuels aligns strongly with IndianOil’s Net-Zero roadmap.

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Team IndianOil with CEO, HIF Asia Pacific and his team

Meetings with Linde also brought forward opportunities in carbon capture, LNG liquefaction, and hydrogen infrastructure within refinery settings.

These engagements collectively showcased IndianOil not just as a participant but as a pivotal architect of future energy pathways.

Pathbreaking Announcements and Etching Firsts

IEW 2025 was also a launchpad where several transformational agreements were formalised, signalling new trajectories for India and the region. IndianOil emerged at the centre of two landmark milestones.

1. Historic 14-Year LNG Supply Agreement with ADNOC LNG

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Exchange of agreement between IndianOil and ADNOC LNG

IndianOil inked a long-term pact with Abu Dhabi Gas Liquefaction Company Limited (ADNOC LNG) for up to 1.2 million tonnes per annum of LNG starting 2026. The signing, held in the presence of the Union Petroleum Minister and IndianOil’s leadership, deepened India–UAE energy ties at a moment when the country is actively widening stable LNG supply sources. This agreement:

2. India’s First-Ever LNG Supply to Nepal

In a watershed moment, IndianOil signed an agreement with Yogya Holdings Pvt Ltd (YHPL) to supply LNG to Nepal marking the first time India will be exporting LNG to its Himalayan neighbour.

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Exchange of agreement between IndianOil and YHPL, Nepal

Under the arrangement:

This is more than a commercial agreement, it positions IndianOil as a regional catalyst, helping neighbouring countries diversify energy sources and embrace sustainable alternatives.

3. Agreements and MOUs Announced at IEW’s Closing Ceremony

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Union Petroleum Minister, with Petroleum Secretary, during the fireside chat | Chairman, IndianOil with other industry leaders during the closing ceremony

Union Petroleum Minister Hardeep Singh Puri confirmed multiple strategic agreements were concluded during IEW, covering:

These outcomes underline IEW’s growing stature as an investment-driving platform with tangible business impact.

4. Strengthening India’s Hydrogen, Biofuel, and SAF Ecosystem

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Petroleum Secretary, being apprised about a physical model at the Biofuels pavilion |Glimpses of 3D interactive models of IndianOil R&D’s unique technologies at the Biofuels pavilion

Across various meetings and technical exchanges, IndianOil advanced several firsts:

These steps signal decisive movement in India’s shift toward multi-pathway clean energy.

4. Setting the Stage for Future LNG Security

During the LNG trading panel, IndianOil highlighted its recent long-term arrangements:

These deals significantly reduce India’s exposure to global LNG price shocks and lay the groundwork for stable gas transition planning.

Hydrogen at Centre Stage of IEW

One of the most talked-about moments of the event was the hydrogen-powered bus ride at Yashobhoomi. The Union Petroleum Minister and the Qatar Energy CEO experienced the emission-free drive firsthand, joined by IndianOil’s Chairman and Director (R&D). The quiet hum of the bus and its trail of water vapour became a symbolic reminder of where mobility is headed—and who is leading that shift.

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Union Petroleum Minister, India and Minister of Energy, Qatar discussing about the hydrogen-powered bus with Chairman, IndianOil

Later in the week, Parliamentary Standing Committee members and student groups also took the ride. These interactions turned the hydrogen bus into a real-world classroom, sparking conversations on fuel cells, efficiency, safety, and the economics behind green mobility.

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Members of Parliamentary Standing Committee, with Director (R&D) in the Hydrogen Fuel Cell bus

Investor & Analyst Interaction: Confidence, Strategy, and a Clear Line of Sight

One of the most significant moments at IEW 2025 unfolded behind closed doors, where IndianOil hosted a focused Investor & Analyst Interaction in the presence of the Union Petroleum Minister, the Petroleum Secretary, and senior leadership from across the oil and gas ecosystem. Nearly 35 equity analysts and institutional investors attended—an audience that reflects the sector’s growing global attention.

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Union Petroleum Minister, addressing the meeting, in presence of Petroleum Secretary and other dignitaries

The discussion opened with a clear message from the Union Minister: India is now one of the world’s most attractive destinations for energy investment. He highlighted recent policy shifts—from the Oilfields Amendment Bill to advancements in ethanol blending—and acknowledged how public sector energy companies have adopted technology and accelerated capital projects to match the nation’s pace of growth.

The Petroleum Secretary followed with an in-depth conversation around the themes that matter most to long-term investors. He addressed questions on regulatory stability, profit predictability for OMCs, gas allocation frameworks, LPG subsidy structures, and the government’s roadmap to increase domestic crude production. His emphasis on evaluating integrated margins rather than isolated GRMs offered important clarity to analysts tracking the downstream business.

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Union Petroleum Minister and Petroleum Secretary, with Chairman, IndianOil and other industry leaders

IndianOil’s Chairman added further depth, sharing updates on the company’s renewable pivot, including the strong response to the Panipat Green Hydrogen Plant bid and ongoing efforts to expand biofuels, SAF, and low-carbon energy solutions.For the investor community, the key takeaway was that India’s energy landscape is changing fast, and IndianOil is positioning itself not just to adapt to that change, but to lead it with confidence, clarity, and long-term discipline.

The IndianOil Pavilion: A World Within a World

Spread across 450 square meters, the IndianOil Pavilion became one of IEW’s most-visited spaces. The pavilion wasn’t arranged like a traditional exhibition; it was built as an experience—immersive, visual, and interactive.

Some of the star attractions included:

• "Antha Asthi Prarambhaha" – End is the Beginning

A digital OLED model explaining circular economy concepts by showing how organic waste can turn into CBG, hydrogen, or bio-manure.

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Antha Asthi Prarambhaha Model

• Battery Swapping Technology (IndoFast JV)

A live working model demonstrating quick energy swaps for EVs—clean, efficient, and future-ready.

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Battery Swapping Technology

• INDScan i-PIG Model

An indigenous pipeline inspection tool that detects pilferage and corrosion, showcasing IndianOil’s tech prowess in infrastructure safety.

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INDScan i-PIG Model

• LED Tunnel, 4D Experience Room & Kinetic LED Wall

These installations brought IndianOil’s story alive with sensory depth. Visitors didn’t just see the future of energy—they felt it.

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Glimpse of the 4D Experience Room

• Green Hydrogen Fuel Cell Buses, Surya Nutan, and STORM Racing Fuel

Pushing boundaries across mobility, clean cooking, and high-performance fuels.

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Surya Nutan Cooktop | Immersive game based on STORM Racing Fuel

Celebrity chef and IndianOil brand ambassador Chef Sanjeev Kapoor added his charm to the pavilion, engaging with visitors and calling IndianOil “the grand thali of India”.

Table tennis legend Achanta Sharath Kamal turned another day into a celebration, playing quick rallies with visitors and IOCians.

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Sharath Kamal paddling with a young enthusiast

Innovation That Made Visitors Stop and Look

Months after IEW 2025, one memory still stands out clearly is the way IndianOil’s exhibits turned technical ideas into something people could understand, touch, and enjoy. The Biofuels Pavilion was a perfect example. It brought together IndianOil’s work across clean fuels, circular economy models, and next-generation energy pathways in a format that was simple, visual, and engaging.

Visitors moved through 3D interactive displays that explained how IndianOil is advancing 2G ethanol, converting CBG into hydrogen, and exploring new biomass-to-hydrogen routes. The indigenous INDScan i-PIG model drew steady interest for the way it showcased IndianOil’s commitment to safe, technology-driven pipeline operations.

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Glimpse of technical knowledge sessions & quizzes conducted at the IndianOil pavilion | Model of INDscan | Students after the Hydrogen Powered Bus Ride

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Petroleum Secretary, being apprised about various models & exhibits at the stall

To keep conversations lively, IndianOil experts hosted short knowledge sessions throughout the day, breaking down complex technologies into clear takeaways. Quick quizzes that followed each session added a light, interactive touch and kept crowds coming back.

In hindsight, this pavilion captured what IndianOil brought to IEW as a whole—credible innovation presented in an accessible, human way. It showed how the company is scaling solutions across fuels, mobility, and sustainability, with R&D playing a strong supporting role in shaping that future.

IEW 2025: The Take-away

India Energy Week 2025 left the sector with a message that continues to resonate. Beyond the scale of the event and the flurry of announcements, it reaffirmed a shared conviction—that India’s energy future will be cleaner, more secure, and more inclusive, powered by collaboration across public institutions, industry leaders and emerging innovators.

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Chairman, with enthusiastic students at the IndianOil stall

IndianOil’s participation brought this conviction to life. Through its technology showcases, strategic partnerships, policy engagements and its emphasis on new energy pathways, the corporation demonstrated that India is not just responding to global shifts but actively shaping the direction of the global energy conversation.

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Members of Parliamentary Standing Committee and other dignitaries, with traditional dancers and IOCians at the IndianOil stall

This momentum now naturally carries forward into the next edition.

Towards India Energy Week 2026

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India Energy Week has steadily evolved into a platform where strategic intent meets practical action. Its conference programmes have a clear purpose: to bridge policy vision with on-ground implementation. Each edition brings together policymakers, business leaders, technologists and investors to address some of the most defining questions of our time—decarbonisation, energy security, technology adoption, and long-term affordability.

The upcoming 4th edition of India Energy Week, scheduled from 27–30 January 2026 in Goa, will build on this foundation. Held under the patronage of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas and jointly organised by FIPI and dmg events, IEW 2026 will convene a global audience at a moment when India’s role in the energy transition is more influential than ever.

The agenda will spotlight India’s leadership in balancing expanding energy access with ambitious decarbonisation goals. Delegates can expect deep-dive sessions on future fuels, investment opportunities, technological breakthroughs and collaborative models that support a secure, sustainable and affordable energy ecosystem.

In essence, IEW 2026 will be a space where ideas move into action, partnerships find direction, and the next phase of India’s energy journey takes shape—with IndianOil continuing to play a central and steadying role in that transformation.

Glimpses of IndianOil @IEW2025

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