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L&T Wins Major Order for Freight Handling Facilities in GCC

Written by: Team Angel OneUpdated on: Jan 30, 2025, 3:19 PM IST
L&T’s Minerals & Metals vertical has been awarded a significant project to establish advanced freight handling facilities in the Middle East.
L&T Wins Major Order for Freight Handling Facilities in GCC
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L&T, a USD 27 billion Indian multinational enterprise, Minerals & Metals division has secured a major contract to set up state-of-the-art freight handling facilities in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, further strengthening its position in global infrastructure projects.

L&T Secures Key Project in the GCC Region  

Larsen & Toubro’s Minerals & Metals (M&M) division has won a major order to set up freight handling facilities in the GCC region. This order is a repeat contract from a prominent railway company in the GCC, which plans to expand its capacity in stages. The project will involve several phases including advanced automation and control systems at two different locations along with additional components.

Scope of Work and Execution  

The project involves the engineering, procurement, construction and commissioning (EPCC) of freight-handling facilities. These facilities will feature the latest automation and control technologies. L&T has a strong track record in completing similar freight handling projects both in India and the Middle East, showcasing its capabilities in delivering high-quality projects.

Strengthening M&M’s Reputation  

This new project reinforces M&M’s standing as a leader in freight handling facilities. According to Mr D K Sen, Executive Committee Member and Advisor to the CMD at L&T, the repeat order from the GCC’s largest railway company is a clear indication of L&T’s ability to consistently meet international standards in terms of quality, safety and timely project completion.

Project Classification and Value

The order is classified as a “Significant” project, valued between ₹1,000 crore and ₹2,500 crore.  

 

L&T’s project classification includes the following categories: 

  • Large (₹2,500 to ₹5,000 crore)
  • Major (₹5,000 to ₹10,000 crore)
  • Mega (₹10,000 to ₹15,000 crore)
  • Ultra-Mega (over ₹15,000 crore).  

L&T’s Industry Presence  

Larsen & Toubro, a $27 billion multinational company, is involved in various sectors like EPC projects, high-tech manufacturing and services. The company’s focus on customer satisfaction and maintaining top-quality standards has helped it maintain a leadership position in its key business areas for over 80 years.

L&T’s Share Performance 

As of January 30, 2025, at 12:45 PM, L&T’s shares are trading at ₹3,432.05 per share, down 0.51% from yesterday’s closing price. Over the last month, the stock has fallen by 4.10% and over the past year, it has declined by 6.42%. The stock has a 52-week high and 52-week low of ₹3,963.50 per share and ₹3,175.05 per share respectively.

Disclaimer: This blog has been written exclusively for educational purposes. The securities mentioned are only examples and not recommendations. This does not constitute a personal recommendation/investment advice. It does not aim to influence any individual or entity to make investment decisions. Recipients should conduct their own research and assessments to form an independent opinion about investment decisions. 

Investments in the securities market are subject to market risks, read all the related documents carefully before investing.

Published on: Jan 30, 2025, 3:19 PM IST

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