The Ministry of Defence signs a ₹425 crore contract with Bharat Forge Limited to supply 12 sets of 1.25 MW Marine Gas Turbine Generators for the Indian Navy. The Business Line report says the order involves 12 generator sets with a stated minimum of 60% indigenous content, while Times of India and Free Press Journal report the same core scope and total value. Free Press Journal adds that the generators are intended for onboard power generation on Kolkata-class warships and are meant to replace older, lower-capacity units currently in service. Bharat Forge says the contract is awarded under the Buy (Indian) category of the Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020, which supports domestic manufacturing. The agreement is scheduled to be executed over five years, according to Free Press Journal, and the company states it plans to set up a dedicated integration and testing facility for the generators. Across reports, the contract is presented as part of India’s defence self-reliance efforts and as a step for Bharat Forge in the marine gas turbine business.
Defence Ministry signs ₹425 crore deal with Bharat Forge for 12 naval gas turbine generators
The Ministry of Defence signs a ₹425 crore contract with Bharat Forge Limited to supply 12 sets of 1.25 MW Marine Gas Turbine Generators for the Indian Navy. The Business Line report says the order in...
- The Ministry of Defence awards Bharat Forge a ₹425 crore contract to supply 12 sets of 1.25 MW Marine Gas Turbine Generators for the Indian Navy.
- The generators are for onboard power generation and are intended to replace older, lower-capacity units on Kolkata-class warships.
- The contract is awarded under the Buy (Indian) category of the Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020.
- Bharat Forge states the project includes a minimum of 60% indigenous content.
- The order is scheduled for execution over five years and involves integration/testing facility planning.
Mumbai: Bharat Forge Limited has secured a major Rs 425 crore contract from the Ministry of Defence (MoD) to supply Gas Turbine Generators (GTGs) to the Indian Navy.The company announced the development through a press release filed with stock exchanges on June 19.This order marks another important step in India’s defence manufacturing growth and supports the government’s push for self-reliance in strategic sectors. Bharat Forge Arm Signs Global Defence Pact, KSSL And AM General Target Next-Gen 155mm Artillery MarketGenerators For Naval ShipsUnder the agreement, Bharat Forge will supply GTGs for onboard power generation on Kolkata-class warships of the Indian Navy.These generators are rated at 1.25 megawatts (MW) and will replace older lower-capacity units currently operating on the ships.The new systems are expected to improve power efficiency and operational performance.The contract will be executed over a period of five years, giving the company strong long-term revenue visibility.Entry Into Marine Gas Turbine BusinessThis contract is also significant because it marks Bharat Forge’s entry into the marine gas turbine business.The order has been awarded under the Buy (Indian) category of the Defence Acquisition Procedure 2020, which promotes domestic manufacturing.Goodluck India Subsidiary Bags ₹255 Crore Defence Order, 155mm Shell Supply To Be Completed In 10 MonthsThe company said this project will help deliver the first indigenous gas turbine-based power plant to operate on Indian Naval ships.Boost To Indigenous Defence ManufacturingBharat Forge plans to set up a dedicated integration and testing facility for these gas turbine generators.The company will also participate in future design and development programmes for larger marine power systems and propulsion turbines.Industry experts believe this project will strengthen India’s defence supply chain and reduce dependence on imported technology.The deal is expected to improve Bharat Forge’s defence business and strengthen its position in high-value military manufacturing.
17 hours agoThe acquisition of 12 sets of 1.25 MW Marine Gas Turbine Generators, with a minimum of 60% indigenous content, is intended for the Indian Navy
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