GAIL (India) signs long-term LNG carrier agreement with Alpha Gas, shares are up 8%
News by Aliceblue News Desk
08 Apr 2026

Introduction
Leading public sector energy company signed long term charter agreement with Alpha Gas for LNG carrier Energy Fidelity to strengthen maritime infrastructure and energy supply chain capacity.
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Share price movement of GAIL
On April 08, 2026, GAIL (India) Ltd opened at ₹152.70, up 5.13% from its previous close of ₹145.25. The stock reached a high of ₹156.40 (7.67%) and a low of ₹151.20. By 11:30 AM, it traded at ₹153.75, a 5.85% increase, with a market cap of ₹1,01,092.16 crore.
GAIL Signs LNG Charter Deal
GAIL (India) Limited signed a long term charter party agreement with Alpha Gas for LNG carrier Energy Fidelity. The agreement was executed with Pantheon Maritime Services, affiliate of Alpha Gas.
The LNG carrier has capacity of 174000 cubic meters with advanced propulsion and emission reduction systems. The agreement supports Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 and strengthens energy supply chain capabilities.
Stock performance of GAIL for period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year
GAIL (India) Ltd delivered a 1-week return of 3.35%, a 6-month return of -18.9%, and a 1-year return of -15.8%.
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Shareholding pattern of GAIL
| Particulars | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 |
| Promoter | 52% | 52% | 52% |
| FII | 14.10% | 13.70% | 14.90% |
| DII | 27.40% | 27.50% | 26.50% |
| Public | 6.70% | 7% | 7% |
About GAIL
GAIL (India) Ltd (NSE: GAIL), incorporated in 1984, is an integrated natural gas company with pipelines, LPG units, petrochemicals, and international subsidiaries in LNG and trading.
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FAQs
Q: Why is GAIL (India) Ltd share price rising today?
A: GAIL (India) Ltd share price is rising after signing long term charter agreement with Alpha Gas for LNG carrier Energy Fidelity.
Q: What is GAIL (India) Ltd’s main business focus?
A: GAIL (India) Ltd is an integrated natural gas company with pipelines, LPG units, petrochemicals, and international LNG and trading subsidiaries.
Q: What are the 52-week high and low of GAIL (India) Ltd stock?
A: GAIL (India) Ltd stock has a 52-week high of ₹202.65 and a 52-week low of ₹134.35.

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