Godrej Bags Largest Carbon Capture Order for Europe

25 Jul 2025 CW Team

Godrej Enterprises Group’s Process Equipment business has secured a major international order to manufacture and supply its largest-ever equipment for a Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) facility in Europe.

This advanced unit, designed for efficient carbon dioxide separation and capture, marks a significant milestone in both the company's engineering capabilities and India’s position in high-precision heavy equipment manufacturing. The equipment will be the most complex and largest of its kind delivered by the company to date.

Currently, exports account for 70 per cent of the division’s revenue. With increasing global adoption of renewable energy, the company is actively diversifying its export portfolio.

In recent years, Godrej Enterprises Group has become a preferred supplier for sophisticated process equipment, particularly in the clean energy sector. This latest achievement reinforces its standing among global energy and industrial leaders.

The order also aligns with the “Make in India for the World” initiative, further positioning India as a reliable hub for advanced environmental technologies.

News source: APN News

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