Triveni Turbine Limited (TTL), a leading name in industrial heat and power solutions and decentralized steam-based renewable turbines up to 100 MW, has formally inaugurated the Triveni Turbines Centre of Excellence at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru. This state-of-the-art research hub represents a major step in strengthening India’s capabilities in energy transition systems and turbomachinery innovation. Its mission is to develop high-efficiency solutions that can elevate industrial productivity, boost energy savings, and contribute to significant carbon reduction.
The Centre is an outcome of TTL’s long-running collaboration with IISc, which has earlier delivered notable advancements such as CO₂ heat pump technology for sustainable industrial applications. Further reinforcing this partnership, IISc has also set up the ‘Dhruv Manmohan Sawhney Turbomachinery Chair’ to promote strategic research in areas including thermal systems, advanced materials, next-generation power systems, and energy-transition technologies, while cultivating future engineering talent.
“We strongly believe that the next era of industrial progress will be shaped by collaborative innovation,” said Dhruv M Sawhney, Chairman & Managing Director, Triveni Turbine Limited. “This Centre of Excellence at IISc will pave the way for breakthrough research in turbomachinery and clean-energy solutions, while nurturing skilled professionals who will lead the future.”
“We are pleased to extend our partnership with Triveni Turbine Limited through the establishment of this new research centre and Chair Professorship,” said Prof G Rangarajan, Director, IISc. “These initiatives will support advancements in sustainable technologies and drive impactful scientific outcomes.”
The Centre is equipped with advanced testing and experimentation facilities and will unite researchers and industry experts in developing high-performance turbomachinery, improving efficiency parameters, and enabling future-ready design approaches. This initiative underlines Triveni Turbines’ commitment to technological leadership and its dedication to powering India’s sustainable economic growth.
Triveni Turbine Limited is a prominent supplier of industrial steam turbines up to 100 MW, catering to both captive and renewable power markets in India and around the world. The company delivers precision-engineered solutions known for their reliability, durability, and lifecycle efficiency. With more than 6000 turbines deployed across 20+ industries in over 80 countries, Triveni Turbines holds a strong global presence backed by world-class manufacturing facilities in Bengaluru and comprehensive aftermarket support through its international service network.
Triveni Turbines’ portfolio addresses a wide range of applications including biomass-based power, process cogeneration, waste-to-energy, waste heat recovery, and district heating. Its turbines operate in several industrial sectors such as sugar, distilleries, steel, cement, chemicals, textiles, paper, petrochemicals, fertilizers, metals, palm oil, and food processing, among others.
Alongside manufacturing, the company provides expert servicing for its own installations as well as turbines and rotating equipment of other makes. With a strong focus on research and engineering, complemented by collaborations with globally acclaimed technical institutions, Triveni Turbines continues to set benchmarks for efficiency, product reliability, and performance across the industry.
