Texmaco Rail secures Rs 1.32 billion wagon supply order
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Texmaco Rail secures Rs 1.32 billion wagon supply order

Texmaco Rail & Engineering has secured a Rs 1.32 billion order from Touax Texmaco Railcar Leasing (TTRL), its joint venture with France-based Touax Group, for the supply of freight wagons, strengthening its order book and execution pipeline.

The order comprises BLSS and BVCM wagons, which will be delivered in phases, with complete execution scheduled by July 2026. The company said the wagons will be manufactured in accordance with prescribed quality, safety and performance standards.

Commenting on the development, Sudipta Mukherjee, Managing Director, Texmaco Rail & Engineering Limited, said the order reflects customer confidence in the company’s manufacturing capabilities and its ability to deliver modern, high-quality rakes. He added that the contract will contribute to more efficient and reliable freight movement across the rail network.

BLSS wagons are primarily designed for bulk material transportation, while BVCM wagons are known for their durability and operational flexibility, making them suitable for a wide range of freight applications.

Texmaco Rail said the order aligns with the objectives of the National Rail Plan and Indian Railways Vision 2030, which aim to increase the share of railways in freight transportation and promote sustainable and efficient logistics solutions.

The company added that sustained order inflows reflect rising demand for modern freight wagons amid efforts to enhance rail-based cargo movement and reduce logistics costs in the country.
News source: Rediff

Texmaco Rail & Engineering has secured a Rs 1.32 billion order from Touax Texmaco Railcar Leasing (TTRL), its joint venture with France-based Touax Group, for the supply of freight wagons, strengthening its order book and execution pipeline.The order comprises BLSS and BVCM wagons, which will be delivered in phases, with complete execution scheduled by July 2026. The company said the wagons will be manufactured in accordance with prescribed quality, safety and performance standards.Commenting on the development, Sudipta Mukherjee, Managing Director, Texmaco Rail & Engineering Limited, said the order reflects customer confidence in the company’s manufacturing capabilities and its ability to deliver modern, high-quality rakes. He added that the contract will contribute to more efficient and reliable freight movement across the rail network.BLSS wagons are primarily designed for bulk material transportation, while BVCM wagons are known for their durability and operational flexibility, making them suitable for a wide range of freight applications.Texmaco Rail said the order aligns with the objectives of the National Rail Plan and Indian Railways Vision 2030, which aim to increase the share of railways in freight transportation and promote sustainable and efficient logistics solutions.The company added that sustained order inflows reflect rising demand for modern freight wagons amid efforts to enhance rail-based cargo movement and reduce logistics costs in the country.News source: Rediff

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