L&T Secures Over Rs 150 Billion Offshore Order in Middle East

31 Jul 2025 CW Team

Larsen & Toubro (L&T) has secured an “ultra-mega” contract exceeding Rs 150 billion for its Hydrocarbon Offshore business from a leading client in the Middle East. The order was awarded to L&T Energy’s Hydrocarbon Offshore vertical and involves multiple offshore packages under a comprehensive EPCI (engineering, procurement, construction, and installation) scope.

The project includes the development of offshore structures and the modernisation of existing oil and gas facilities. This order ranks among the company’s largest offshore contracts to date and further strengthens its growing portfolio of international energy projects.

According to L&T’s internal classification, “ultra-mega” orders are those valued at over Rs 150 billion. The latest award significantly bolsters the company's offshore credentials and reinforces its presence in the global energy infrastructure market.

L&T’s Hydrocarbon Offshore division brings over three decades of experience in delivering complex offshore developments. It has executed a diverse range of infrastructure, including fixed platforms, subsea structures, pipelines, brownfield upgrades, and decommissioning.

The division’s success is underpinned by its in-house engineering capabilities, expansive fabrication yards, and a specialised fleet of marine vessels—enabling it to deliver high-quality outcomes within stringent timelines while upholding international standards for safety and reliability.

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