L&T Special Steels inks technology pact with Japan Steel

L&T Special Steels and Heavy Forgings (LTSSHF), a subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro (L&T), has entered into a technology transfer agreement with the Japan Steel Works Ltd (JSW) - one of the leading global players in the field of heavy steel forgings. The five year agreement covers transfer of critical technology for steel melting and heavy forgings made from ingots weighing upto 200 MT for hydrocarbon, thermal power, steel and cement sectors.
 
L&T Special Steels and Heavy Forgings supplies critical heavy stainless steel and alloy steel forgings for high pressure reactors & heat exchangers, as well as rotors, shaft, forged slabs and special steels. Direct access to L&T's jetties at Hazira facilitates exports across the globe.
 
"The new technology collaboration supports L&T's commitment to remain at the forefront of manufacturing technology across key sectors," said LTSSHF in a press release.