In a landmark agreement, BluJ Aero, ANERT, BPCL, and CIAL have signed a Quadripartite Agreement at the Global Hydrogen and Renewable Energy Summit in Kochi, Kerala held on 12th March 2025, to establish the world’s first hydrogen fuel-based aviation ecosystem. Supported by the Government of Kerala, this pioneering collaboration aims to drive the transition towards zero-emission flights and position India as a global leader in green aviation.

Quadripartite Agreement to Propel Hydrogen-Powered Aviation

The signing of the agreement marks a major step towards integrating hydrogen fuel into the aviation sector, with the four partners committing to key initiatives that will shape the future of sustainable air travel:

• Hydrogen-Powered Aircraft: BluJ Aero will design and manufacture next-generation, zero-emission VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft, with field trials of the Gen 2 Aircraft set to commence next month.
• Hydrogen Refueling Infrastructure: BPCL will establish hydrogen refuelling stations at strategic locations, facilitating the refuelling of hydrogen-powered VTOL aircraft and other vehicles as part of India’s transition to clean mobility.
• Airspace Integration and Testing Facilities: CIAL will allocate dedicated airspace and infrastructure to support trials and the integration of hydrogen-fueled aircraft into the aviation ecosystem.
• Renewable Energy and Policy Support: ANERT is helping shape policies and frameworks to accelerate hydrogen.

A Commitment to Sustainable Aviation

This quadripartite agreement reinforces India’s ambitious clean energy goals and its commitment to sustainable aviation. Commenting on the initiative, K.R. Jyothilal, Additional Chief Secretary, Power Department, Government of Kerala, stated: “Kerala is proud to lead this transformative initiative, bringing sustainable aviation to the forefront. This partnership is a key step in shaping a cleaner, greener future for aviation and energy globally”

Paving the Way for a Green Future in Aviation

The quadripartite agreement formalizes the collective commitment of BluJ Aero, ANERT, BPCL, and CIAL to spearhead research, infrastructure development, and testing for hydrogen-powered aviation. As industries worldwide move towards cleaner and more sustainable logistics, this initiative will drive innovation in air mobility and contribute to global decarbonization efforts.

The aviation sector is committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050, and hydrogen fuel is crucial to this goal. This partnership sets the stage for a global shift toward hydrogen-powered aviation, with pilot projects already underway and plans for worldwide deployment of hydrogen-powered aircraft and infrastructure.

Narendra Nath Veluri, CEO, ANERT, highlighted the significance of the quadripartite agreement, stating, “Hydrogen-powered VTOLs will transform supply chain dynamics, offering the agility of aerial transport without the emissions of conventional aviation. As industries adopt cleaner logistics, this technology will play a crucial role in bridging last-mile gaps and ensuring resilient, future-ready cargo operations”

Manu G, Airport Director, CIAL, emphasized the airport’s commitment to clean energy, noting, “As the world’s first fully solar-powered airport, CIAL is honoured to take this next step in sustainability. This partnership will help us build the  necessary infrastructure for hydrogen-powered flight, positioning CIAL and India as leaders in green aviation”

Pioneering the Future of Green Aviation

Ranjan Nair, Business Head, Renewable Energy, BPCL added, “BPCL’s upcoming Hydrogen refuelling stations (HRS), strategically located to support research, pilot projects and commercial hydrogen applications, marks a key step in advancing India’s clean mobility goals. This initiative reinforces BPCL’s commitment to sustainable transportation, paving the way for wider hydrogen adoption and contributing to the nation’s net-zero ambitions.”

Maruthi Amardeep Sri Vatsavaya, CEO, BluJ Aero summed up this groundbreaking start – “This partnership marks an extraordinary turning point for aviation. BluJ Aero is proud to lead the charge in long-range VTOL aircraft, which will revolutionize regional air travel while eliminating carbon emissions. Together, we are building the future of aviation, Today.”

With this quadripartite agreement, India is taking a bold step towards decarbonizing the aviation industry, accelerating the transition to cleaner mobility solutions. This collaboration will play a crucial role in shaping the global future of sustainable air travel.

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