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The modules leave Kattupalli for the Modular Urea Plant in Australia.
L&T's modules are helping a fertiliser plant take shape in Australia L&T Energy Hydrocarbon (LTEH) ) has reached a significant milestone with the successful despatch of the first lot of modules for Perdaman Industries’ latest-gen Modular Urea Plant in Karratha in Australia. Known as Project CERES, it will be the world’s largest gas stream ammonia- urea plant, with a production capacity of 2.3 million tonnes of granular urea per year. The EPC project is being undertaken by a joint venture of Saipem of Italy and Clough of Australia. On 12 February, L&T’s Modular Fabrication Facility at Kattupalli (MFFK), Tamil Nadu, hosted a flag-off ceremony to mark the sail-away of the first 23 modules for Project CERES. The shipment consisted of five Piperack modules weighing approximately 1,000 metric tonnes. The load-out was executed in a record time – less than 72 hours from vessel berthing to departure – demonstrating exceptional coordination and efficiency.
The event was attended by senior representatives of the Saipem-Clough JV and Perdaman Industries. Ishan Ramball Manager – Interface & Controls, Perdaman Chemicals & Fertilisers) appreciated the collaborative efforts of all stakeholders in achieving this crucial milestone. Project CERES is located within the Strategic Industrial Area of the Burrup Peninsula in Australia. It will include an ammonia production block, a urea production and granulation block, and utilities. It aligns with global sustainability goals, aiming for net zero emissions by 2050. The Western Australian Government has recognised the project as one of state significance. LTEH has been entrusted with the fabrication of 110 modules (~66,000 MT), reinforcing its role as a trusted global partner in modular construction. The despatch of the first lot of modules highlights L&T’s engineering excellence and commitment to timely project completion, while ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality. It solidifies MFFK’s reputation as a leading global hub for the delivery of large-scale modules for marquee projects worldwide. With further lots progressing at full pace, this milestone propels Project Ceres closer to its vision of delivering a world-class fertiliser production facility.
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Tunnelling for Pakal Dul Hydro Electric Project in J&K.
Setting records is all in a day's work for L&T Tunnelling records are hard to come by, simply because achieving them involves surmounting major challenges. Yet, L&T’s Heavy Civil Infrastructure (HCI) recently managed to set records in this arduous branch of construction. WORLD RECORD High in the Himalayas in Jammu & Kashmir, through an extraordinary exhibition of engineering expertise and dedication, L&T set a world record by accomplishing 46.596 RM (route metres) of tunnelling in a single day, and 628.65 RM in a month (December 2024) using a tunnel boring machine (TBM). The milestone was achieved using TBM Askini. This is in connection with the construction of a headrace tunnel for the 1,000 MW Pakal Dul Hydro Electric Project (HEP) in Jammu & Kashmir. A headrace tunnel is the structure that carries water from a source to a hydropower plant. This surpassed the previous record, also set by TBM Askini, of boring 40.651 RM tunnel in a single day, and 444.95 RM in a month (November 2024). Thus, in two consecutive months, the TBM managed to tunnel 1,073.6 RM, demonstrating the remarkable capabilities and collaboration skills of L&T teams. What made this accomplishment even more noteworthy were the tough geological conditions and logistical complexities faced during this task.
L&T’s scope for the project encompasses engineering, procurement and construction of two headrace tunnels, each 7.35 km long. INDIA RECORD
Another HCI team, undertaking Package-2 of the Rishikesh–Karnaprayag Railway Project in Uttarakhand, completed 359.3 metres of tunnel reinforced cement concrete (RCC) lining with a single 12.1 metre gantry in January 2025. This set a record in the tunnelling industry and considered the best progress in India so far.
Key highlights of this achievement include: - 1,337 metres of in-situ final RCC lining using four main tunnel gantries and two escape tunnel gantries – marking the highest progress achieved so far across the 10 packages of the project. As of January, 15.7 km of final lining out of 28 km has been completed.
- 1,003 metres of RCC lining in just 24 days. A single 12.1-metre gantry achieved a record 359.3 metres of RCC lining in the escape tunnel, surpassing all records in India. Also, 354 metres of RCC lining were completed in the main tunnel by a single 12.1-metre gantry, setting another benchmark.
- 26.4 km of New Austrian Tunnelling Method excavation has been completed as of January, out of the total 26.6 km – L&T’s highest excavation progress to date.
Achieving the twin records required meticulous planning and execution, overcoming various challenges, including geological surprises. It demonstrates L&T’s critical expertise and commitment towards projects despite challenging conditions.
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The well-head platform for Zuluf project.
Despatch of the pipeline distribution manifolds from L&T's yard at Sohar, Oman.
L&T speeds up Zuluf Offshore project in Saudi Arabia L&T Energy Hydrocarbon (LTEH) has made significant progress in the Zuluf Offshore Water Injection facilities project in Saudia Arabia by delivering two critical pipeline distribution manifolds. These key components set sail from L&T’s Modular Fabrication Yard in Sohar, Oman. The project encompasses a vast scope, including: 3 transition pieces, 16 water- injection pipeline distribution manifolds, 13 umbilicals, 14 SSVs, 60.4 km of 15 kV power cable, 11.5 km flexible pipeline, and 105 km rigid pipeline. The project is scheduled for completion by 25 October, as scheduled. In January, LTEH also undertook the zero-punch point sail-away of the ZTPW-1 Jacket, a crucial structure for the project. One of the largest water injection jackets in Saudi waters, this six-legged jacket weighs ~2000 metric tonne, and is ~38 metres high. It has three 42” risers, two 48” risers and one 16” riser. This marks a key step in the installation and connection of the water trunkline from the Zuluf Central Processing Facilities and the corridor spools. The sail-away was seamless, thanks to the collaborative teams of the Project, the Yard and ARAMCO. These achievements reaffirm LTEH’s commitment to and expertise in delivering world-class offshore solutions, strengthening its image as an entity that delivers cutting-edge energy infrastructure.
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L&T 2490 Pneumatic Tyred Roller is a highly sought-after compactor.
L&T-made construction machine achieves a milestone Affirming the high demand for L&T compactors, the Company recently achieved a significant milestone by selling its 4000th.
This reinforces L&T’s leadership in the indigenous manufacture of road- construction equipment, which is undertaken by its Construction & Mining Machinery business.
Compactors have been part of L&T’s portfolio only since 2016 and these are also exported to South Asia and Africa. Compactors play a vital role in infrastructure development by ensuring the stability and longevity of roads, highways and large-scale construction projects. They compact base layers to create firm foundations for roads and embankments. The record-setting compactor – an L&T 2490 Pneumatic Tyred Roller (PTR) – helps seal the surface to prevent water penetration, thus enhancing road life. The superior quality, high reliability, trustworthy durability, ease of operation and excellent performance of L&T’s compactors make the brand an industry favourite. These machines have been used at several prestigious project sites across the country – airport runways in Kannur, Bengaluru and Delhi; strategic border roads in Jaisalmer, and several highway projects. L&T’s compactor portfolio has expanded over the years to include soil compactors, tandem compactors and mini tandem compactors.
As India accelerates its infrastructure development, L&T continues to deliver efficient solutions for its growing construction needs. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and self-reliance, L&T’s compactors will continue to play a pivotal role in augmenting India’s road and highway network for years to come. The rollout of the 4000th compactor marks another step forward in its commitment to Atmanirbhar Bharat.
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