Question 1

What is LNG logistics, and how does it work in India?

Accepted Answer

LNG logistics covers the storage, handling, transportation and delivery of liquefied natural gas from receiving terminals to end users. In India it lets industries, city gas distribution (CGD) networks and other consumers access natural gas even when they are not directly connected to a pipeline. Oraya provides LNG transportation and delivery using cryogenic tankers, connecting LNG infrastructure with industrial demand centres across India.

Question 2

What is LNG transportation, and how is LNG transported by road?

Accepted Answer

LNG transportation is the movement of liquefied natural gas from a terminal or loading facility to a delivery location. LNG is kept at about −162 °C in specially designed insulated cryogenic tankers that minimise heat transfer and help preserve its liquid state. Road-based transport offers flexibility for supplying industries, CGD facilities and remote demand centres where pipeline access is unavailable. Oraya specialises in cryogenic LNG transportation, connecting loading terminals with customers through planned road logistics.

Question 3

What LNG transportation services does Oraya Gas India provide?

Accepted Answer

Oraya provides road-based LNG logistics designed to connect LNG loading terminals with industrial customers and gas distribution infrastructure — cryogenic tanker transportation, terminal-to-customer deliveries, route planning and coordinated logistics for delivered-LNG supply models. The scope of each project is developed around the customer's delivery location, required volumes, operating schedule and receiving infrastructure.

Question 4

What is a cryogenic LNG tanker?

Accepted Answer

A cryogenic LNG tanker is a specialised vehicle built to transport liquefied natural gas at extremely low temperatures. Its insulated tank helps keep LNG in liquid form during transport, while its systems and procedures support safe handling and delivery. These tankers are essential to road-based LNG distribution, moving liquefied gas from terminals to locations without direct pipeline access.

Question 5

How does Oraya plan LNG routes and tanker utilisation?

Accepted Answer

Route planning evaluates the distance between loading terminal and delivery location, road suitability, journey duration, turnaround time, loading schedules and customer consumption. Tanker utilisation depends on coordinating these factors with vehicle availability and maintenance. Better planning supports more consistent deliveries and more efficient use of transport assets.

Question 6

How can businesses ensure a reliable LNG transportation supply?

Accepted Answer

Reliable supply depends on matching tanker capacity with demand, planning loading and delivery schedules, selecting suitable routes, managing turnaround time and maintaining operational readiness — plus terminal loading availability, contingency planning and coordination between customer, terminal and transporter. For recurring demand, a structured logistics plan helps set delivery schedules and spot bottlenecks before they disrupt operations.

Question 7

How much does LNG transportation cost in India?

Accepted Answer

Cost depends on the distance between loading terminal and delivery point, required volume, tanker capacity, delivery frequency, turnaround time, terminal access, operating conditions and contract duration. The commercial structure may use fixed vehicle charges, distance-linked charges or a project-specific arrangement. The cost of LNG and the cost of transporting it should be evaluated separately. Oraya can assess your requirements to develop a suitable proposal.

Question 8

Can Oraya provide dedicated LNG tankers for long-term contracts?

Accepted Answer

Dedicated arrangements can suit customers with predictable demand, regular deliveries or specific service needs, aligning tanker availability with planned consumption and delivery schedules. Fleet size, contract duration, delivery commitments and commercial terms are determined by route requirements, loading access, vehicle availability and demand profile. Contact Oraya to discuss a project-specific arrangement.

Question 9

What is a virtual pipeline for natural gas?

Accepted Answer

A virtual pipeline delivers natural gas to locations without a direct physical pipeline connection. Gas is liquefied, transported in cryogenic tankers, delivered to a receiving facility and regasified before being supplied to the end user. This model helps industrial clusters, remote facilities and emerging gas markets access natural gas without waiting for a conventional pipeline. Oraya's Beyond the Pipeline approach connects LNG infrastructure with customers through flexible road-based delivery.

Question 10

How is a virtual pipeline different from a conventional gas pipeline?

Accepted Answer

A conventional pipeline moves gas through a fixed physical network. A virtual pipeline uses alternative transport — such as cryogenic LNG tankers — to deliver gas outside that network, offering flexibility in delivery location and the ability to scale supply with demand, subject to terminal access, tanker availability, road conditions, receiving infrastructure and commercial feasibility. The two complement each other: virtual pipelines extend reach while conventional pipelines serve connected markets.

Question 11

Can LNG be delivered to factories that are not connected to a gas pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Yes. A factory without a direct pipeline connection may receive LNG through a road-based virtual pipeline — LNG is transported in cryogenic tankers to a suitably equipped receiving facility, where it can be stored and regasified for use. This lets businesses evaluate natural gas as an alternative fuel without relying solely on pipeline availability. Oraya can assess the logistics based on your location, consumption, delivery frequency and infrastructure readiness.

Question 12

How can a company start receiving LNG through a virtual pipeline?

Accepted Answer

Start by assessing gas consumption, location, current fuel requirements and receiving infrastructure. A typical assessment covers: 1) gas demand, consumption patterns and operating hours; 2) feasible LNG loading terminals and road routes; 3) tanker requirements and delivery frequency; 4) storage, transfer and regasification infrastructure; 5) regulatory requirements, project economics and the commercial model. Oraya works with prospective customers to assess the logistics component and determine the practical requirements for implementation.

Question 13

What role can LNG logistics play in India's future natural gas market?

Accepted Answer

LNG logistics can extend the reach of natural gas to industrial facilities, emerging demand centres and distribution networks not adequately served by pipelines. Road-based delivery supports distributed gas demand by connecting available LNG infrastructure with new consumption locations, offering flexibility while pipeline infrastructure develops. As the ecosystem evolves, integrating terminals, cryogenic transport, storage, regasification and digital coordination becomes increasingly important. Oraya aims to contribute by developing flexible transportation and delivered-supply capabilities.

Question 14

Which industries can use road-based LNG supply?

Accepted Answer

Road-based LNG can serve customers where natural gas is technically suitable and pipeline access is limited — manufacturing and process industries; ceramics, glass and other thermal-processing facilities; industrial boilers, furnaces and kilns; CGD networks and emerging demand centres; and commercial or industrial facilities with suitable receiving infrastructure. Suitability depends on fuel requirements, process compatibility, demand profile, site infrastructure and delivered cost.

Question 15

How can city gas distribution companies use road-based LNG transportation?

Accepted Answer

CGD companies may use road-based LNG to supply demand centres not connected to an operational pipeline, or where additional supply is required. A virtual pipeline arrangement transports LNG from an accessible terminal to a receiving facility, where it is stored, regasified and delivered through a downstream distribution system. Feasibility depends on demand density, route economics, receiving infrastructure, regulatory approvals and LNG loading availability.

Question 16

How is LNG transported safely by road?

Accepted Answer

Safe transport requires specialised cryogenic equipment, trained personnel, preventive maintenance, route risk assessment, emergency preparedness and compliance with applicable regulations. Key considerations include vehicle and tank integrity, inspection of critical equipment, safe loading/unloading, driver training, journey monitoring and procedures for abnormal conditions. Oraya's operations are built around disciplined transport processes and safety-focused execution.

Question 17

What regulations apply to LNG transportation in India?

Accepted Answer

LNG transport must comply with applicable legal, transport, safety and petroleum-related requirements — which may include requirements administered by the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisation (PESO), motor vehicle regulations, approved equipment specifications and site-specific safety procedures. The exact obligations depend on tanker design, operating activity, approvals, route and receiving facility. Oraya treats regulatory compliance and operational safety as essential to planning and execution.

Question 18

What happens to LNG after it reaches the customer's facility?

Accepted Answer

It depends on how the receiving facility is designed. In a typical delivered-LNG model, the tanker arrives, undergoes required safety and connection checks, and transfers LNG to compatible storage. The LNG may then be regasified using suitable equipment and supplied as natural gas to the customer's process or distribution network. The site must have appropriate storage, transfer, pressure-control and regasification systems where required, plus applicable approvals and procedures.

Question 19

Which LNG terminals in India are relevant to road-based transportation?

Accepted Answer

India's LNG import infrastructure includes terminals such as Dahej, Kochi, Hazira, Mundra, Dhamra, Ennore, Dabhol and Chhara. Their suitability for road-based loading depends on truck-loading infrastructure, operating permissions and commercial access at each terminal. For a project, terminal selection should consider the customer's location, loading availability, road distance, turnaround time and overall delivered cost.

Question 20

Why choose Oraya Gas India for LNG transportation and logistics?

Accepted Answer

Oraya combines the logistics experience of the Kiran Group with a specialised focus on LNG transportation and access beyond conventional pipeline networks. Its approach centres on cryogenic transportation, terminal-to-customer connectivity, operational planning and flexible delivery models for industrial customers and gas distribution businesses. The longer-term vision is a more connected LNG distribution ecosystem — progressing from individual deliveries towards scalable virtual pipeline networks.

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