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NHPC on Monday announced a partnership with BEML to jointly explore opportunities for development of desilting and dredging solutions for hydro power plants. Besides, the solutions would help mitigate urban waterlogging during monsoons by swiftly clearing canals and culverts, support dredging and desilting operations in inland waterways, coastal areas, ponds, and lakes, NHPC said in a statement. NHPC and BEML have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that aims to establish strategic cooperation for the development of advanced desilting and dredging solutions tailored for hydroelectric plants, it said. Upon successful implementation in pilot projects, the solutions are expected to be replicated across other hydro power plants, further strengthening India's renewable energy infrastructure, NHPC said. NHPC chairman and managing director R K Chaudhary said, "Together, we aim to enhance power generation efficiency, reduce maintenance costs, and support India's ambitious renewable
State-owned BEML Ltd on Wednesday said it has secured a Rs 136-crore contract for the supply of indigenously designed High Mobility Vehicles (HMV) 8x8. These vehicles will play a pivotal role in the Battle Field Surveillance System (BFSS) project, reinforcing India's defence capabilities and advancing the government's vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat, the PSU under the Ministry of Defence said. Manufactured at BEML's facilities, the HMV 8x8 is designed to deliver exceptional reliability and versatility, even in the most challenging environments. Key features of these vehicles include an independent suspension system, a high-power air-cooled engine, a central tyre inflation system, an anti-lock braking system and a backbone tube chassis design. BEML said these features ensure superior mobility, stability and operational safety. The vehicles are capable of operating in extreme climates, from -20 degrees Celsius to +55 degrees Celsius, and at altitudes of up to 5,000 metres above sea ...
State-owned BEML on Thursday said it has secured an order worth Rs 246.78 crore from Central Coalfields Ltd (CCL) for the supply of rear dump trucks which are used in mining operations. As part of the order, BEML said it will supply 48 BH60M rear dump trucks, along with spares, and also provide after-sales service support. "BEML has secured a substantial order worth Rs 246.78 crore from Central Coalfields Limited (CCL)," it said. The trucks have been developed in-house with features like a 360-degree rear camera for comprehensive visibility and improved safety, an automatic fire suppression system for emergency preparedness, and an auto lube system to ensure seamless maintenance, BEML said in a statement. BEML CMD Shantanu Roy said, "This partnership further strengthens our resolve to contribute to India's growth by supporting critical sectors like mining with sustainable and advanced technologies, aligning with the nation's vision of self-reliance and global leadership in industr
BEML has outlined a capital expenditure of Rs 900 crore till FY'25 and re-entered the construction equipment market after a hiatus of nearly five years, aiming to capitalise on the Rs 45,000 crore market opportunity. The company, formerly Bharat Earth Movers Limited, recently underwent a significant business restructuring, establishing 11 strategic business units (SBUs) and two micro business units to drive sustainable long-term growth. As part of this restructuring, we have re-entered the construction equipment business, focusing on higher capacity products to tap into the massive Rs 45,000 crore market, Shantanu Roy, Chairman and Managing Director of BEML, told reporters on the sidelines of the 17th Global Mining Summit organised by the CII. BEML's earlier exit from the construction equipment space was due to intense competition from imported products. Roy, however, explained that the company is now targeting higher-capacity equipment, such as 20-30 tonne excavators and dumpers,
Defence PSU BEML on Monday reported a narrowing of its consolidated net loss to Rs 70.47 crore for the quarter ended on June 30, 2024. The company had posted a consolidated net loss of Rs 75.01 crore in the year-ago period, BEML said in a filing to BSE. The consolidated income of the company during the April-June period rose to Rs 634.61 crore over Rs 5,78.11 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal, the filing said. BEML Ltd is a diversified company supplying products, services and support to defence and aerospace, mining and construction and rail and metro.
BEML Ltd has secured an order worth Rs 250 crore from Northern Coal Fields Limited (NCL) for the supply of 28 units of BH100 rear dump trucks, the company said on Friday. The BH100 rear dump truck is engineered to transport payloads of up to 100 tonnes, specifically designed for the efficient handling of overburden and coal in mining operations, they said. In a statement, BEML Ltd said, "The dumpers will be maintained under a Guaranteed Spare Parts contract for a period of five years, ensuring uninterrupted service and operational efficiency. The BEML BH100 rear dump truck is renowned for its robust design, advanced features, and operational efficiency, making it a preferred choice in the mining industry." Designed to transport payloads of up to 100 tonnes, the BH100 is ideal for heavy duty mining operations, particularly for handling overburden and coal. Engineered for fuel efficiency, the BH100 helps reduce operational costs while maintaining high performance levels, it said. "Ou