L&T secures major orders for residential and commercial construction projects

Infrastructure giant Larsen & Toubro (L&T) announced on Tuesday that its transport division has secured major contracts for the design and construction of two key system packages for the Dhaka mass transit project (Line 1), which is Bangladesh's first underground metro project.

The company classifies contracts exceeding 500 billion rupees as large orders. These contracts cover work on tracks and electrical systems, in addition to signaling, telecommunications, and platform door systems (PSD).

Previously, L&T successfully won and supplied a complete railway system for Dhaka Metro Line 6, the first metro corridor in Bangladesh, which is currently operating commercially.

Ramkumar S, Senior Vice President and Head of Transport Infrastructure at L&T, noted that thanks to the successful experience in implementing electromechanical systems for Dhaka Metro Line 6 with high quality standards and timely completion, as well as recent experience working on the Jakarta metro project, the company is well-prepared to leverage its expertise for seamless integration of multiple systems in close collaboration with OEMs and stakeholders.

The Dhaka Metro Line 1 project, funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), will provide a modern mass transit system spanning approximately 31 km. It includes the Airport Route from Kamalapur to the airport and the Purbaachal Route from Natun Bazar to the Purbaachal terminal, featuring 19 stations and a depot in Pitulganga.

The company stated that these two packages form the core operational systems for Dhaka Metro Line 1 and will help ensure a reliable solution for Dhaka's urban transport. Under these orders, L&T, in collaboration with its Japanese partner Sumitomo Corporation, will undertake the design, procurement, installation, testing, and commissioning of the complete scope of work for tracks, power supply and distribution systems, traction substations, overhead line systems, and associated electrical facilities across the entire corridor.

L&T Technology Services announced on Monday the signing of a five-year contract with Nokia, which provides for the support of research and development activities and engineering work in India. According to the official statement, this agreement combines LTTS's engineering capabilities with Nokia's work in telecommunications technology.

Under this agreement, LTTS will support Nokia's R&D programs in various areas, including product development, software creation, systems integration, and product support. To implement these tasks, LTTS will establish a specialized Offshore Development Center (ODC) in India, which will provide engineering solutions for Nokia's R&D initiatives.

This ODC will offer data center-level engineering capacity and artificial intelligence infrastructure for next-generation telecommunication solutions. Furthermore, LTTS will set up a dedicated engineering team in India to support Nokia's global technology center, covering areas such as 5G networks, intelligent automation, AI-based operations, and AI infrastructure.

LTTS will interact with Nokia's global R&D teams through an integrated operational model. The scope of cooperation will include research and development, product design, new product development, embedded systems, software development, systems integration, and ongoing support.

India's Innovation Potential

Vivek Jaiswal, Vice President of Engineering at Nokia, emphasized that India is a vital innovation hub for Nokia, and LTTS serves as a critical partner that brings engineering expertise and mechanisms to expand Nokia's presence in R&D and accelerate innovation in this strategically important geographical zone.

Alind Saxena, Executive Director and President of Strategic Initiatives and Growth Markets at L&T Technology Services, noted that this strategic partnership marks a significant milestone for LTTS and its technology segment. He added that it reflects the trust of leading technology innovators in LTTS's approach to engineering analytics and deep technological competencies. Saxena also pointed out that this collaboration aligns closely with LTTS's 'Lakshya 31 Big Bet' initiative regarding next-generation computing infrastructure and AI, which is fundamental for the development of future communication networks and smart data centers.

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has announced the acquisition of two large construction orders. These contracts were awarded by the Central Public Works Department (CPWD) in New Delhi and the Government of Andhra Pradesh in Amaravati. The company published this information in its regulatory filings on Wednesday.

The contracts were awarded to the company's Public Spaces, Airports & Health (PAH) business vertical. They are classified as 'large' and valued between 2500 and 5000 crore rupees, although the company did not disclose the exact value of both agreements.

Details of the first order

The first order, received from CPWD, involves the construction of Central Secretariat Buildings No. 4 and No. 5 in New Delhi. These two buildings will collectively have a built-up area of 32.8 lakh square feet and will include a basement, ground floor, and seven upper floors.

Under this project, L&T will undertake structural and architectural work, as well as Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) services and external landscaping. Completion of this project is scheduled for 24 months, followed by a five-year period of operation and maintenance.

Information on the second project

The second contract was obtained from the Government of Andhra Pradesh and covers the construction of two office towers on either side of the Amaravati Central Quantum Computing facility. The proposed towers will feature a configuration including a basement, ground floor, and 47 upper floors, with a total built-up area of 37.5 lakh square feet.

Under a design-build contract, L&T will be responsible for creating the building's frame and core. The completion deadline for the second project is set at 30 months.

In a statement, the company noted that these recent orders further strengthen the confidence of government agencies in L&T's ability to execute complex projects and deliver them at the highest standard.