Air of Success: Subros Lands Major BLW Varanasi Contract Worth Rs 27 Crore

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Subros Limited has secured a Rs 27-crore contract from Indian Railways’ Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi, to supply cabin air-conditioning equipment for diesel-electric locomotives. The order, to be executed in phases by October 2026, marks a significant boost to Subros’ transport air-conditioning portfolio under standard Railways terms.

Subros Limited, a leading thermal products manufacturer for automotive and transport applications, has announced a major domestic contract worth approximately Rs 27 crore from Indian Railways’ Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW), Varanasi. The order covers the supply of cabin air-conditioning systems for diesel-electric locomotives and will be completed in multiple phases by October 16, 2026.

The company confirmed the details of the order in its latest regulatory filing dated October 25, 2025, following its earlier disclosure on October 17. The order follows standard Indian Railways terms and conditions and represents a notable milestone in Subros’ efforts to expand its footprint in the railway segment, complementing its presence in automotive OEM and bus HVAC systems.

Key highlights

The contract has been awarded by Banaras Locomotive Works, a unit of Indian Railways based in Varanasi.
The scope of work includes the supply of cabin air-conditioning equipment for diesel-electric locomotives.
The order value stands at about Rs 27 crore, including GST (Rs 22.78 crore + Rs 4.10 crore GST).
The project is domestic in nature and will be executed in phased manner by October 2026.
The contract follows standard Indian Railways terms without any special conditions.
No promoter or promoter group interests exist in the awarding entity, confirming no related-party transaction.
The deal strengthens Subros’ position as a key supplier in India’s transport AC systems market.

With this win, Subros reinforces its capabilities beyond automotive air-conditioning into specialized transport solutions, an area gaining traction as Indian Railways modernizes its fleet. The deal also signals steady momentum in the company’s diversification strategy, enhancing visibility in public-sector equipment supply.

Sources: BSE filing, Subros Limited regulatory disclosure dated October 25, 2025

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