CG has bagged a large order from the Indian Railways valued at INR 3190 million to supply Under Slung Electrics for Diesel Electric Tower Car (DETC). Large quantities of DETCs are required for massive track electrification drive taken up by Indian Railways across the country. More than 1000 DETCs shall be required for electrification and thereafter for inspection and maintenance in the coming years.

This came on the back of certain successful executions of earlier Railway orders by CG where it worked with multiple partners to erect and commission various projects at Railway production units and Railway sheds.

Scope of supply of each Diesel-electric propulsion system consist of integrated under slung power pack comprising of diesel engine and alternator, power rectifiers, traction motors with both side suspension arrangement with accessories, controlling devices with digital control signals. The scope of supply also includes installation and testing of the complete propulsion system at ICF Chennai and commissioning of systems on DETCs all across India.

CGPISL is the first to design, develop, integrate, receive approval and commission state-of-the-art propulsion system for Diesel Electric Tower Car with Underslung Electrics working in close coordination with ICF Chennai.

Commenting on this prestigious win, Avantha Group Company, CG’s CEO & Managing Director, Mr. K. N. Neelkant said: “CG has been a long serving partner of Indian Railways.  With the Indian Railways making bold moves towards electrification, this partnership has become even more critical and value-accretive. With its commitment to state-of-the-art technology and innovation, CG has been able to provide customized solutions to the Indian Railways which has enabled it to make more significant contributions. We are confident that in days to come, this relationship will form an essential part of the Indian Railways modernization.” 

About CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited

Avantha Group Company, CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited (Formerly Crompton Greaves Limited) is a global pioneering leader in the management and application of electrical energy. CG provides end-to-end solutions that meet all electrical needs of its customers. CG’s offerings include electrical products, systems and services for utilities, power generation and industries.

For more information on CG, please visit: www.cgglobal.com

About Avantha

Avantha Group’s entities in diversified sectors include CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited (power transmission and distribution equipment and services), BILT (paper and pulp), The Global Green Company Limited (food processing), Biltech Building Elements Limited (infrastructure), Avantha Power (energy), Avantha Business Solutions Limited (IT and ITES), Jg Glass (glass containers), Avantha Agritech (farm forestry) and Avantha Ergo (life insurance).

For more information on Avantha, please visit: www.avanthagroup.com

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