KoPT seeks EoI for floating LNG terminal.

The Kolkata Port Trust (KoPT) has invited Expression of Interest for setting up of non-jetty based Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) or terminal for LNG, after it was alleged that the port was offering the right on nomination basis to a private entity.

The KoPT on September 18 had sought EoI till October 24 for the LNG facility from interested parties meant for common use and a pre-proposal meeting had also been firmed up on October 13, KoPT officials said.

Haldia Docks Officers' Forum general secretary Ramakant Burman has claimed that it was an attempt by KoPT to allow H-Energy of Hiranandani Group to setup the facility without any tendering or auctioning process.

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