Larsen & Toubro (L&T) recently announced that it had secured a significant order from Oil & Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC), a leading state-owned oil and gas company. According to L&T, contracts classified as 'significant orders' fall within the range of Rs 10-25 billion, indicating the substantial value of this project.

The order was awarded to the L&T Energy Hydrocarbon (LTEH) division, which specializes in hydrocarbon engineering and construction projects. In a filing submitted to the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), L&T provided details about the scope and scale of the project.

The specific project, known as the eighth phase of the Pipeline Replacement Project (PRPVIII Group B), is located off the west coast of India. The project involves extensive work, including engineering, procurement, construction (EPC), installation, and commissioning activities. One of the primary tasks is the installation of 129 kilometres of subsea pipelines. These pipelines are crucial for transporting oil and gas from offshore production facilities to onshore processing plants and refineries. In addition to laying new pipelines, the project also includes associated modification works, which may involve upgrading existing infrastructure to improve efficiency and safety.

This order underscores L&T's capabilities in executing large-scale, complex hydrocarbon projects and reflects ONGC's confidence in L&T's expertise. The successful completion of this project is expected to enhance the infrastructure for oil and gas transportation in the region, contributing to the energy sector's growth and stability.