THINK Gas signs a long-term LNG supply deal with Shell Energy India to strengthen its gas portfolio and support growing clean energy demand.
THINK Gas, one of India’s prominent city gas distribution (CGD) players and part of the recently merged AG&P Pratham entity, has entered into a long-term gas sales and purchase agreement with Shell Energy India. This strategic collaboration marks a significant step forward for THINK Gas as it works to strengthen its supply portfolio and ensure reliable access to clean energy solutions for its rapidly expanding customer base.
As part of the agreement, THINK Gas will procure natural gas from Shell Energy India’s diversified global portfolio. These supplies will be delivered through the Hazira liquefied natural gas (LNG) terminal in Gujarat, one of India’s key gateways for LNG imports. The arrangement is designed to support THINK Gas in meeting a portion of its projected natural gas demand, particularly as consumption across households, industries, and transportation continues to grow.
Commenting on the agreement, Abhilesh Gupta, Managing Director and CEO of THINK Gas, emphasized that the new partnership aligns with the company’s long-term strategy to reinforce energy security through diversified sources. Gupta noted that operating in an increasingly complex global energy environment requires companies like THINK Gas to secure supply channels that are flexible, cost-efficient, and sustainable. He added that Shell Energy India’s LNG supplies will play a crucial role in supporting customers who rely on cleaner fuels to power their homes, fuel vehicles, and run industrial operations.
Gupta further explained that while the agreement with Shell Energy India addresses part of THINK Gas’s expected energy needs, the company is concurrently exploring additional supply partnerships to stay ahead of rising demand. This proactive approach underscores THINK Gas’s commitment to ensuring uninterrupted service delivery and enhancing customer satisfaction as it continues to expand its network.
The development comes at a time when India’s natural gas landscape is evolving rapidly. Strong growth in gas consumption, coupled with increasing foreign direct investment (FDI), reflects global confidence in India’s efforts to accelerate its clean energy transition. The sector’s expansion is closely aligned with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to increase the share of natural gas to 15 percent of the country’s primary energy mix. A scaled-up gas sector is expected to play an essential role in advancing India’s low-carbon economic growth trajectory.
THINK Gas stands out as the single-largest recipient of FDI in India’s greenfield CGD segment, highlighting its strong investor confidence and growth prospects. The company currently operates 19 CGD licenses granted by the Petroleum & Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB), functioning under the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. These licenses authorize THINK Gas to develop CGD infrastructure and supply natural gas to consumers across 49 districts in ten states. With this expanded footprint, THINK Gas continues to play a vital role in extending clean energy access across urban, semi-urban, and industrial regions.
The partnership with Shell Energy India is expected to reinforce THINK Gas’s ability to deliver reliable, cleaner, and sustainable energy as it scales up operations across its licensed territories. By securing stable LNG supplies and exploring additional long-term partnerships, the company is positioning itself to support India’s broader transition toward a gas-based economy.
