IRCON Wins Rs.12 Bn Railway Contract

03 May 2024 CW Team

IRCON International Limited, a leading engineering and construction company, has clinched a significant railway contract worth ?12 billion. The contract entails the construction of railway infrastructure, further solidifying IRCON's position as a key player in the transportation sector.

The project, awarded by Indian Railways, encompasses a range of activities including the development of railway tracks, signalling systems, electrification, and other associated works. This substantial contract underscores IRCON's expertise in executing complex railway projects and highlights its continued contribution to the modernization and expansion of India's rail network.

With a proven track record of delivering high-quality infrastructure projects both domestically and internationally, IRCON is well-equipped to undertake the challenges posed by this large-scale railway contract. The company's commitment to innovation, efficiency, and excellence ensures timely completion and adherence to the highest standards of quality and safety.

The successful bid for this contract further strengthens IRCON's order book and augments its revenue streams, contributing to sustainable growth and profitability. Moreover, the project's implementation is expected to generate employment opportunities and stimulate economic activity in the regions where the railway infrastructure is being developed.

As India continues to invest in enhancing its transportation infrastructure, contracts like these play a crucial role in facilitating connectivity, promoting economic development, and improving the overall efficiency of the country's logistics network. IRCON's latest achievement underscores its pivotal role in shaping the future of India's railway sector and its commitment to supporting the nation's infrastructure development goals.

Infrastructure Transport

01 Jun 2026

MMRDA advances 250 m on Orange Gate–Marine Drive tunnel

The Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA) has completed 250 m of underground tunnelling for the Orange Gate–Marine Drive Urban Road Tunnel using India’s largest slurry shield tunnel boring machine (TBM) deployed for an urban road project.The project involves twin tunnels extending over 7 km beneath critical transport corridors, including Central Railway, Western Railway and Metro Line 3. The work requires high-precision engineering to navigate densely developed urban infrastructure.Once completed, the tunnel is expected to reduce travel time between Orange Gate and Marin..

Hindustan Zinc Pays Rs 188.46 Billion in FY26

Hindustan Zinc contributed Rs 188.46 billion to the public exchequer in FY 2025-26, according to its 9th Tax Transparency Report. The contribution, equivalent to 46 per cent of the company’s revenue, included direct and indirect taxes, government royalties, dividends to the Government of India, withholding taxes and other statutory levies.The company’s five-year cumulative contribution to the exchequer stood at Rs 915.72 billion. In FY26, Hindustan Zinc reported revenue of Rs 408.44 billion, EBITDA of Rs 221.62 billion and profit after tax of Rs 138.32 billion. It also achieved its highest..

World of Concrete India 2026 Opens in Mumbai

Informa Markets in India will host the 12th edition of World of Concrete India 2026 from 3–5 June 2026 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The specialised B2B exhibition will bring together manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, developers, architects, consultants, infrastructure companies, project leaders and government stakeholders.The event is expected to feature over 350 brands and more than 18,000 trade professionals. It will cover concrete and cement, dry mortar, precast technologies, formwork, construction chemicals, industrial and commercial flooring, scaffolding, safety solutio..