Gurugram: RITES Limited, a leading public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, has achieved a major international milestone by securing a USD 3.6 million railway export contract from Berhard Development Corporation (Private) Limited, Zimbabwe. The order further strengthens India’s footprint in Africa’s railway modernization journey and reinforces RITES’ growing global presence.
Key Details of the Zimbabwe Contract
The Letter of Award (LoA) pertains to the supply of In-Service Cape Gauge Diesel Electric Locomotives, which are widely used across Southern African rail networks.
- Contract Value: USD 3.6 million (approximately ₹30 crore)
- Scope of Work: Supply and delivery of operational Cape Gauge Diesel Electric Locomotives
- Gauge Specification: Cape Gauge (1067 mm), standard across Southern Africa
- Execution Timeline: 3 months
- Nature of Contract: Pure export order
The contract does not include civil works or long-term maintenance obligations, enabling swift execution and faster revenue realization.
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Boost to India–Africa Railway Cooperation
The order highlights the reliability, cost-efficiency, and technical capability of Indian railway engineering. RITES’ ability to deliver specialized locomotives tailored to African rail standards positions the company as a preferred partner for infrastructure development across the region.
The short execution timeline reflects RITES’ strong supply chain capabilities and operational readiness to meet urgent international requirements.
Regulatory Transparency and Market Competitiveness
RITES has confirmed that the awarding entity has no promoter or promoter group interest, and the transaction does not fall under related-party transactions. This ensures full regulatory compliance and arm’s length execution, underscoring the company’s competitive standing in the global open market.
Expanding Global Footprint
With this latest order, RITES continues to diversify its revenue base by tapping into rising demand for rail modernization in developing economies. The company’s international portfolio already spans multiple countries across Asia and Africa, reinforcing its long-term “Go Global” growth strategy.
About RITES Limited
RITES Limited is a premier public sector undertaking and transport infrastructure consultancy and engineering company, wholly owned by the Government of India. Established in 1974, the company provides integrated services across railways, highways, ports, airports, and urban transport, with a strong presence in both domestic and international markets.
