Afcons Recognised in Burgundy Private Hurun India 500

27 Feb 2025 CW Team

Afcons Infrastructure Ltd, the flagship infrastructure engineering and construction company of the Shapoorji Pallonji Group, has earned a place in the prestigious 2024 Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 list, which ranks India’s 500 most valuable companies. This achievement underscores Afcons’ commitment to value creation and its pivotal role in shaping India’s economic landscape.

The Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 List A collaboration between Axis Bank’s Burgundy Private and Hurun India, this list is a definitive benchmark of corporate success in India, spotlighting companies that are shaping the nation’s growth and economic dynamism. Afcons Infrastructure’s inclusion reaffirms its position among India’s elite corporations driving large-scale transformation.

About Afcons Infrastructure Ltd Afcons Infrastructure Ltd is a leading infrastructure engineering and construction company with a legacy spanning over six decades. A flagship entity of the Shapoorji Pallonji Group, Afcons has successfully executed numerous technologically complex EPC projects both in India and across the globe.

As per the latest ENR (Engineering News-Record) survey, Afcons is ranked: Among the Top 140 International Contractors Globally 12th in Bridges 14th in Marine & Ports

This global recognition highlights Afcons' engineering excellence and expertise in executing large-scale infrastructure projects.

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