Siemens bags Rs 330cr order from Tata Steel

Siemens' Power Transmission and Distribution (PTD) division has bagged an order worth Rs 330 crore for power distribution network solutions from Tata Steel for its greenfield steel plant at Kalinganagar, Orissa.

According to an official release issued by Siemens to the BSE today, the scope of work will include the supply of latest high voltage and medium voltage gas insulated switchgears, MV switchboards, controls and protection panels, sub-station control and automation systems and energy management systems. The project is scheduled to be commissioned by end of 2009.

J Schubert, MD, Siemens said: "We are very happy to receive this prestigious order from Tata Steel. Their confidence in our capability to deliver high quality systems and solutions has resulted in this partnership. Over the years we have consolidated our experience in handling projects in the iron and steel segment in India as well as worldwide. We therefore, understand the complexities of the Industry and are able to provide top-class eco-friendly solutions to our customers."