Larsen & Toubro’s (L&T) Heavy Engineering division has dispatched the third Steam Generator (SG) ahead of schedule for the 10 x 700 Megawatt-electric (MWe) Pressurised Heavy Water Reactor (PHWR) fleet program. This achievement marks another milestone in India’s indigenous nuclear energy expansion.
The dispatch ceremony took place at L&T’s A M Naik Heavy Engineering Complex in Hazira, Gujarat, in the presence of Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) Director (Technical) Rajesh V and his team. The steam generator is designated for Units 5 & 6 of the Kaiga Atomic Power Station in Karnataka. L&T had previously set a global benchmark by delivering the first SG within just 33 months.
Anil V Parab, Whole-time Director & Senior Executive Vice President of L&T Heavy Engineering & L&T Valves, commended the teams from L&T and NPCIL for their rapid and consistent deliveries. He reaffirmed L&T’s commitment to supporting the Department of Atomic Energy’s (DAE) goal of achieving 22 GWe nuclear power capacity by 2032 and the larger vision of reaching 100 GWe by 2047 under the Viksit Bharat initiative. L&T aims to deliver 6-8 units of 700 MWe steam generators annually and actively contribute to the 220 MWe Bharat Small Reactor (BSR) program, reinforcing India’s commitment to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2070.
L&T’s A M Naik Heavy Engineering Manufacturing Complex at Hazira, a globally benchmarked and digitally advanced facility, continues to manufacture critical equipment with top-tier quality and efficiency.
With a six-decade partnership with NPCIL and DAE, L&T remains dedicated to strengthening India’s nuclear energy capabilities in alignment with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of an Aatmanirbhar Bharat. Larsen & Toubro (L&T) is a premier Indian multinational conglomerate renowned for its expertise in engineering, construction, manufacturing, and technology services. Established in 1938 by Danish engineers Henning Holck-Larsen and Søren Kristian Toubro, the company has grown into one of the most respected and diversified corporations globally.
L&T operates across more than 50 countries and has a strong presence in sectors such as infrastructure, heavy engineering, power, defense, hydrocarbon, and information technology. Its contributions to major infrastructure projects, including metro rail systems, airports, power plants, and highways, reflect its engineering precision and commitment to driving economic progress.
Innovation and sustainability are central to L&T’s operations, with the company embracing digital transformation to enhance efficiency and performance. Its offerings include advanced solutions in smart cities, renewable energy, and water management, aligning with global sustainability goals.
L&T’s dedication to quality and customer-centricity has earned it numerous accolades and a reputation as a builder of nations. As a trusted partner in India’s growth story, L&T continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of engineering and construction while maintaining a strong focus on environmental responsibility and technological advancement.
