L&T Minerals & Metals, a leading business vertical of Larsen & Toubro, has secured two significant contracts in the steel sector and alumina sector, reinforcing its leadership in engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) services. These orders, awarded by top industry players, highlight L&T’s role as a trusted partner in India’s drive toward industrial modernization and self-reliance.
Greenfield Alumina Refinery Project for Hindalco
L&T Minerals & Metals has secured a prestigious contract from Hindalco, India’s leading aluminium and copper producer, for the development of an 850 KTPA greenfield alumina refinery in Odisha. This comprehensive EPC project covers engineering, procurement, construction, and installation (EPCI), demonstrating L&T’s capability to deliver large-scale, complex projects from concept to commissioning.
Strengthening the L&T-Hindalco Partnership
This new project further cements the longstanding partnership between L&T and Hindalco, which spans over three decades. During this period, L&T has been instrumental in building and expanding Hindalco’s alumina refineries, aluminium smelters, and copper processing plants across India.
Winning this latest greenfield project reflects Hindalco’s continued trust in L&T’s technical excellence, project management expertise, and timely project delivery.
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8 MTPA Pellet Plant Contract for a Leading Steel Producer
In addition to the alumina refinery, L&T Minerals & Metals has also secured a major contract from a leading Indian steel producer for the development of an 8 MTPA (million tonne per annum) pellet plant. The EPC scope includes engineering, manufacturing, supply, construction, and installation.
L&T will execute this project in collaboration with leading technology providers, ensuring the integration of cutting-edge processes and advanced equipment.
Reinforcing Leadership in India’s Steel Sector
This new contract strengthens L&T’s leadership in steel sector EPC projects, positioning the company as a key enabler in India’s steel industry expansion. With rising demand for steel driven by infrastructure development, renewable energy, automotive manufacturing, and defense production, this project enhances L&T’s presence in India’s minerals and metals value chain.
L&T’s Proven Track Record in Minerals & Metals
L&T’s Minerals & Metals vertical has decades of experience in delivering both greenfield and brownfield projects across the alumina, steel, mining, and mineral processing sectors. With successful projects delivered across India and the Middle East, L&T Minerals & Metals has a proven reputation for quality, safety, and efficiency in EPC project execution.
Executive Endorsement
Mr. D.K. Sen, Executive Committee Member & Advisor to the CMD of Larsen & Toubro, expressed pride in these new order wins, stating:
“The Minerals & Metals vertical has consistently delivered projects of strategic national importance. Our ability to seamlessly execute complex projects across diverse geographies has earned us the trust of industry leaders like Hindalco and leading steel producers. These latest orders further reinforce our commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction.”
Driving Industrial Growth and Self-Reliance
The Indian steel sector and aluminium sector are critical contributors to India’s industrial growth, playing a pivotal role in infrastructure development, clean energy, electric vehicles (EVs), and defense manufacturing.
Alignment with Aatmanirbhar Bharat
L&T’s EPC contracts directly support the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision, contributing to self-reliance in critical industrial sectors. Both projects will deploy state-of-the-art technologies, focusing on process efficiency, safety, and environmental compliance.
Comprehensive EPC Solutions Across the Value Chain
L&T’s Minerals & Metals business offers end-to-end EPC services for:
- Mining projects
- Mineral processing plants
- Steel plants
- Alumina refineries
- Material handling systems
This holistic EPC offering supports clients through the entire project lifecycle, from feasibility studies to engineering design, construction, commissioning, and long-term operational support.
Innovative and Sustainable Project Execution
Both the Hindalco alumina refinery and the pellet plant will incorporate advanced sustainability solutions, including:
- Energy-efficient equipment
- Optimized water usage
- Robust waste management
- Emission reduction technologies
As climate change and environmental responsibility take center stage in heavy industries, L&T Minerals & Metals is committed to delivering low-emission, eco-friendly industrial solutions.
Enhancing India’s Global Competitiveness
The successful completion of these landmark projects will not only expand production capacity for Hindalco and the steel producer but also improve process efficiency and product quality. This enhances India’s competitiveness in global aluminium and steel markets, particularly as demand for critical materials surges globally.
Building the Future of Industrial India
As India’s industrial base expands, L&T Minerals & Metals will play a crucial role in bridging technology gaps and delivering complex projects on time and within budget. From steel plants to alumina refineries, L&T’s commitment to innovation, digital integration, and sustainability ensures that India’s industrial ecosystem is future-ready.
Conclusion
L&T Minerals & Metals has once again demonstrated its leadership in the EPC sector by securing high-value contracts in both the steel sector and the alumina sector. As the Indian industrial landscape evolves to meet global demand and sustainability challenges, L&T’s expertise, innovation, and commitment to excellence make it the partner of choice for industry leaders.