L&T Secures Major Orders for Dhaka Metro Line 1
Larsen & Toubro has secured major Design & Build orders for two key systems packages (CP09 and CP10) for the Dhaka Metro Line 1 project in Bangladesh. The orders involve track works, electrical systems, signalling, telecommunications, and platform screen doors for the underground metro project.
The announcement relates to 'Major*' orders for a significant infrastructure project (Dhaka Metro Line 1), which typically have a substantial impact on the company's revenue and future prospects. Based on L&T's order classification, 'Major' orders range from ₹5,000 to ₹10,000 crore.
The company has announced securing new orders, which is generally a positive development indicating business growth and successful project execution.
Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T) has announced that its Transportation Infrastructure business vertical has secured major Design & Build orders for two key systems packages of the Dhaka Mass Rapid Transit Development Project (Line 1), also known as Dhaka Metro, in Bangladesh.
These orders encompass Contract Package CP09 - Track Works & Electrical Systems, and Contract Package CP10 - Signalling, Telecommunications & Platform Screen Doors (PSD). These packages are for Bangladesh's first underground metro project. L&T has previously delivered the integrated railway systems package for Dhaka Metro Line 6.
Ramkumar S, Senior Executive Vice President & Head – Transportation Infrastructure at L&T, stated that the repeat orders from Dhaka Mass Transit Company Limited (DMTCL) highlight L&T's expertise in large-scale urban transit projects. He emphasized the company's experience in integrating multiple systems, citing their work on Dhaka Metro Line 6 and the ongoing Jakarta Metro project.
The Dhaka Metro Line 1 project, funded by the Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), will span approximately 31 km, including an Airport Route and a Purbachal Route, with 19 stations and a depot. Under CP09, L&T, in partnership with M/s Sumitomo Corporation, will handle track works, power supply, traction substations, overhead catenary systems, and electrical facilities. Under CP10, L&T will execute the signalling, telecommunication, and platform screen door systems for the entire network.
L&T's Transportation Infrastructure vertical is a prominent EPC player with a track record in complex rail infrastructure projects, known for maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and project execution.
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