Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works (KMEW) has won a domestic work order from Dredging Corporation of India for rock dredging at the coastal berth of JNPA. The ₹58.39‑crore contract involves clearing rock pinnacles/high spots and transporting dredged material to DS‑3 dumping ground, with completion targeted in 90 days from commencement.
In a regulatory disclosure, Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works announced receipt of a significant work order from Dredging Corporation of India Limited. The scope includes rock dredging at the coastal berth of Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, focusing on removal of pinnacles and high spots that impede draft, followed by disposal at DS‑3 dumping ground.
The contract is classified as a domestic order and is not related-party in nature. KMEW must complete the assignment within 90 days of work commencement, underscoring the operational intensity of the project. Management expects the order to add meaningful revenue in the current year and further consolidate KMEW’s position in specialised dredging and marine engineering services.
Key highlights
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Awarding entity: Dredging Corporation of India Limited.
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Project location: Coastal berth at Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority, with dumping at DS‑3 ground.
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Scope: Rock dredging, removal of pinnacles/high spots, disposal of dredged material.
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Order value: Approx. ₹58.39 crore, including taxes.
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Execution timeline: To be completed within 90 days from commencement.
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Transaction nature: Domestic, non–related-party contract.
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Strategic impact: Strengthens KMEW’s credentials in complex, time-bound dredging assignments at major ports.
Sources: Knowledge Marine & Engineering Works Ltd