Tata Steel has become the first steel company in India to demonstrate end-to-end capabilities for developing pipes dedicated to the transportation of hydrogen, marking a major advancement in the country's National Hydrogen Mission.

The company achieved this milestone by producing hydrogen-compliant API X65 pipes at its Khopoli plant, using steel manufactured at its Kalinganagar facility. These pipes meet critical safety and performance standards for hydrogen transportation, including the ability to handle 100 percent pure gaseous hydrogen at high pressures of up to 100 bar.

In 2024, the company was the first Indian steel company to produce hot-rolled steel specifically for gaseous hydrogen transportation, further solidifying its position as a leader in the energy sector. The hydrogen qualification tests for these pipes were conducted at RINA-CSM, an accredited agency for hydrogen-related testing and certification in Italy, ensuring the pipes meet international standards for hydrogen transportation.