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From Fossil to Future: BEML Leads the Clean Engine Charge at KGF — Full Highlights Inside

National Engine Conference unveils roadmap for decarbonized, intelligent non-road machinery; BEML takes lead in powertrain innovation
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Kolar Gold Fields: In a bold move to define the future of sustainable mobility, BEML Limited, a key defence PSU, hosted the National Engine Conference at its KGF complex, drawing top experts from across India and abroad. Themed “The Future of Clean Non-Road Mobile Machinery,” the event served as a platform for showcasing innovations that will power India’s next industrial leap through clean, intelligent, and high-performance engines.

Engineering a Greener Tomorrow

BEML CMD Mr. Shantanu Roy inaugurated the conference in the presence of directors, senior engineers, and young technologists. He underscored the company’s mission: “Our objective is not only to manufacture cutting-edge machines, but to engineer a greener, cleaner planet for generations to come.

This message resonated throughout sessions that focused on three transformational pillars: decarbonization, electrification, and digitalization.

Read Also: BEML Limited Bags National Award for Outstanding Export Performance at EEPC India National Awards 2025 – Details Inside

Global & National Collaboration

The conference featured a dynamic panel of domain leaders, including:

  • Dr. Shailendra Gade (Advisor, BEML & former DRDO scientist)
  • Dr. Sameer Tikar (ARAI)
  • Mr. Tejas Kinjawadekar (Cummins)
  • Mr. Nagesh (Bosch)
  • Dr. Kathikeyan (Ashok Leyland)
  • Mr. Gerhard Schagerl (AVL)
  • Mr. Daniel Greszik (MTU)
  • Mr. Manjunath K (Paras Defence)

Discussions ranged from dual-fuel hydrogen-diesel systems, electric and hybrid powertrains, AI in engine simulation, to emission control and digital twins.

KGF Division: A New R&D Hub

Long known for manufacturing mining and construction equipment, BEML’s KGF Engine Division is being repositioned as a national center for advanced clean engine R&D, aligning with India’s AatmaNirbhar Bharat initiative.

Already, BEML has achieved a major milestone by successfully developing an indigenous 1,500 HP engine for India’s main battle tanks—an achievement that underscores its capacity to build high-performance powertrains across both defence and industrial platforms.

Sustainability in Action

Beyond the conference, BEML continues to invest in:

  • Solar and wind energy projects
  • 500 KLD Zero Liquid Discharge STP
  • Afforestation and plastic-free campuses
  • Four Centers of Excellence in R&D and component technology

The company also announced plans for a national series of innovation summits to fuel research, product development, and indigenization across its Bengaluru, Mysuru, KGF, and Palakkad campuses.

Read Also: BEML Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Warehousing Facility at Bengaluru Aerospace SEZ, Lays Foundation for Phase II Expansion

About BEML

BEML Limited, a ‘Schedule A’ multi-sector PSU under the Ministry of Defence, operates across Defence & Aerospace, Rail & Metro, and Mining & Construction. With state-of-the-art factories and strong R&D capabilities, BEML is a pioneer in India’s industrial and mobility transformation journey.


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