Concord Control wins Rs 1.39 billion Indian Railways order

22 Dec 2025 CW Team

Concord Control Systems has secured a major order worth Rs 1.39 billion from Indian Railways for the supply, installation and commissioning of locomotive wireless control systems. The contract has been awarded to its wholly owned subsidiary, Advanced Rail Controls Private Limited, with execution expected within 18 months from the commencement date.

The order covers a critical technology aimed at enhancing locomotive operations, safety and efficiency across the railway network. The company said the win reflects strong institutional support from Indian Railways and the growing momentum of railway infrastructure modernisation.

Commenting on the development, Nitin Jain, Joint Managing Director, Concord Control Systems Limited, said, “This landmark order for locomotive wireless control systems marks a transformative step in modernising Indian Railways. It reflects our unwavering commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology that enhances safety, efficiency and reliability in rail operations, aligning perfectly with the nation’s infrastructure vision. We are proud to contribute to India’s rail transformation and look forward to executing this project with excellence.”

The order further strengthens Concord Control Systems’ position in India’s railway modernisation programme and underlines its expertise in embedded electronic systems and wireless control technologies that support safer and more efficient rail transport.

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