Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd. has received a contract worth Rs. 27.75 crore by South Western Railway for TRD (Traction Distribution) maintenance and breakdown services across major sections. The contract states that the execution will be done within 24 months, it reflects Texmaco’s vital role in India’s railway electrification and operational infrastructure.
Introduction:
In a significant development towards railway electrification, Texmaco Rail & Engineering Limited, a prominent name in India’s railway infrastructure sector, has won a key contract from South Western Railway. The contract is for Traction Distribution (TRD) maintenance and breakdown activities, which are crucial to the seamless functioning of electric railway operations.
Key Project Details:
- Scope of Work: Maintenance and breakdown response for Traction Distribution systems across multiple important railway sections–
- BYPL (Incl) – OML (Excl)
- YNK (Excl) – BWT (Excl)
- BAW (Incl) – SPGR (Incl)
- SBC (Incl) – JTJ (Excl)
- BAW (Excl) – HAS (Excl)
- BID-Y and YNK-DMM routes
- Contract Value: Rs. 27,75,63,686
- Contract Period: 24 months
This award reinforces Texmaco’s reputation in railway electrification and TRD systems, which are essential for maintaining high reliability and safety in electric traction. With Indian Railways moving rapidly toward 100% electrification, the need for robust maintenance and emergency response mechanisms has become more pronounced.
Importance of TRD Maintenance in Indian Railways:
Traction Distribution (TRD) involves the maintenance of overhead equipment (OHE), substations, and related infrastructure that powers electric locomotives. Efficient TRD maintenance ensures:
- Uninterrupted electric traction
- Faster restoration during breakdowns
- Enhanced passenger and freight train reliability
- Safety compliance and operational efficiency
With the sections included in this contract being vital for passenger and freight movement, timely and precise TRD upkeep is crucial.
Texmaco’s Strategic Role:
Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd., part of the Adventz Group, has steadily grown its portfolio in EPC, rolling stock manufacturing, and railway systems, including electrification and signaling. This contract strengthens its footprint in South India and aligns with its long-term strategy of offering end-to-end railway infrastructure solutions.
Texmaco’s expanding project pipeline across zonal railways reflects its technical capabilities, trusted execution, and alignment with Indian Railways’ modernization plans.
Conclusion:
This new contract reflects Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd.’s growing leadership in railway electrification and infrastructure services. As Indian Railways aim for complete electrification and zero downtime, strategic partnerships with experienced players like Texmaco will play a crucial role in ensuring dependable, modern, and energy-efficient railway operations across the nation.
Source: Texmaco – Press Release | Image Credit (representational): SCR
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