KEC Wins Rs 11 Billion Orders Across Key Sectors

07 Oct 2025 CW Team

KEC International Ltd., a global infrastructure EPC major and part of the RPG Group, has announced the securing of new orders worth Rs 11 billion across its diverse business verticals.

In the civil segment, the company received a prestigious order for civil and structural works of a 150 MW thermal power plant from a leading private player in India.

In the transportation business, KEC bagged contracts under the Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS) programme, known as ‘Kavach’, aimed at enhancing rail safety in India.

The transmission and distribution (T&D) division won orders for the supply of towers, hardware, and poles across the Americas and the Middle East, strengthening its global presence.

Additionally, the cables and conductors business secured multiple orders for the supply of various types of cables and conductors in both domestic and international markets.

Commenting on the developments, Mr Vimal Kejriwal, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of KEC International Ltd., said, “We are pleased with the order wins across our various businesses. The Civil division has further expanded its footprint in the Buildings and Factories segment with a reputed client. Our Transportation business continues to grow in the TCAS (Kavach) segment, contributing to the safety of Indian Railways through world-class technology.”

With these wins, KEC’s year-to-date order intake has reached approximately Rs 128 billion.

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