State-owned engineering consultancy RITES Ltd has secured an international order worth USD 3.6 million from Zimbabwe for the supply of locomotives. The contract strengthens RITES’ overseas footprint and reinforces India’s role in supporting railway infrastructure development in Africa.
RITES Ltd, a leading transport infrastructure consultancy and engineering firm under the Ministry of Railways, has received a significant international order for the supply of locomotives to Zimbabwe. Valued at approximately USD 3.6 million, the contract highlights the company’s growing presence in overseas railway projects, particularly across Africa.
The order involves supplying locomotives to support Zimbabwe’s rail infrastructure, which is undergoing gradual modernization to improve freight and passenger connectivity. For RITES, the contract aligns with its strategy of expanding export-led business and leveraging Indian railway expertise in global markets.
This development also underscores the strengthening bilateral cooperation between India and African nations in infrastructure and engineering services. RITES has previously executed multiple railway and transport projects in Africa, and this new order further consolidates its credentials as a trusted partner in international rail solutions.
Key Highlights
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Contract value stands at USD 3.6 million
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Order received for supply of locomotives to Zimbabwe
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Enhances RITES’ international order book and revenue visibility
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Reinforces India’s engineering and railway export capabilities
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Supports railway modernization efforts in Zimbabwe
Sources: RITES Ltd Exchange Filing; Stock Exchange Disclosures; Public Sector Enterprise Announcements