HPCL-Mittal Energy Limited (HMEL) has entered into a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IIT Kanpur) to promote joint research and development initiatives in next-generation energy solutions. The partnership aims to accelerate innovation in new products, processes, and technologies within the energy sector.

According to an official statement, the collaboration will focus on cutting-edge R&D projects with real-world applications, including sustainable energy technologies, process innovations, advanced materials, and AI-driven energy systems. By leveraging each other’s expertise, HMEL and IIT Kanpur aim to bridge the gap between academic research and industrial implementation, translating concepts into scalable, market-ready solutions.

HMEL, a joint venture between Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) and Mittal Energy Investment Pte Ltd, Singapore—part of the Lakshmi N Mittal Group—owns and operates an integrated oil refinery and petrochemical complex with a capacity of 11.3 million tonnes per annum in Bhatinda, Punjab.

“Innovation is at the core of our strategy, and this collaboration with IIT Kanpur is a major step toward developing next-generation technologies that support sustainable and efficient energy systems. We are excited to work closely with one of India’s top academic institutions to drive impactful change,” said Prabh Das, Managing Director and CEO of HMEL.

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HMEL’s sustainability strategy is firmly rooted in R&D and innovation, propelling the company to the forefront of technological advancement in the energy sector. With numerous patents filed and many already granted, HMEL boasts the highest commercial implementation ratio of innovations among Indian oil majors. The MoU signifies a shared commitment to excellence in research, technological innovation, and industrial transformation across India and globally.

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