Tata Motors and THINK Gas Collaborate to Strengthen LNG Infrastructure for Commercial Vehicles

Tata Motors has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding with THINK Gas to expand the LNG refueling ecosystem for heavy-duty and long-haul trucking operations in India. The partnership, announced on 30 October 2025, seeks to establish infrastructure across freight corridors and logistics clusters to support the adoption of LNG-powered commercial vehicles by fleet operators.

Under the collaboration, Tata Motors will engage with THINK Gas to map potential sites for LNG infrastructure expansion. THINK Gas will manage fuel quality standards and supply consistency, while offering preferential pricing to Tata Motors customers. The LNG corridor is planned to connect industrial hubs, agricultural regions, and logistics centres across the country, targeting manufacturing, warehousing, export, and agricultural supply chains.

For Tata Motors' commercial vehicle business, the partnership addresses a fundamental challenge in LNG adoption: the lack of adequate refueling infrastructure. By establishing a network of LCNG stations—THINK Gas currently operates 18 stations with additional facilities under development—the collaboration removes a significant barrier to market growth. Fleet operators can now access reliable fuel supply at designated points along major transport routes, enabling them to transition from diesel-powered vehicles to LNG alternatives with operational confidence.

The arrangement also positions Tata Motors to capture a portion of the LNG commercial vehicle market. The company manufactures trucks and heavy-duty vehicles powered by LNG technology. With infrastructure constraints reduced, potential customers can consider LNG options without worrying about fuel availability. The preferential pricing extended to Tata Motors customers further improves the cost proposition of LNG vehicles compared to conventional alternatives.

THINK Gas, backed by investors including I-Squared Capital, Osaka Gas, Sumitomo Corporation, and Konoike Transport, brings established expertise in natural gas distribution. The partnership leverages THINK Gas's infrastructure development capabilities and Tata Motors' vehicle manufacturing expertise to build an integrated ecosystem.

The collaboration aligns with India's freight decarbonisation objectives. LNG-powered vehicles produce lower emissions than diesel-powered counterparts. As environmental regulations intensify and fleet operators seek alternatives to meet compliance standards, LNG adoption in the commercial vehicle segment is expected to accelerate. This partnership supports the growth trajectory by addressing both supply-side infrastructure and demand-side adoption barriers.