L&T Construction awarded significant contract to build two units of Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project
February 18, 2021
Mumbai: The construction arm of L&T has secured a significant order in the Nuclear sector from Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL) for its Heavy Civil Infrastructure business in India to construct the Main Plant Civil Works of the Kudankulam 5&6 units (KKNPP 5&6 – 2X1000 MWe)
The Kudankulam Nuclear Power Plant is India’s first Light Water Reactor (LWR) of 6 units with a generation capacity of 1000 MWe each. The scope of work includes construction of the Reactor Building, Reactor Auxiliary Building, Turbine Building, Diesel Generator Building and other Safety Related Structures in a duration of 64 Months.
L&T is currently executing similar works of Kudankulam 3&4 units (KKNPP 3&4) in the same premises.
Background:
Larsen & Toubro is an Indian multinational engaged in EPC Projects, Hi-Tech Manufacturing and Services with over USD 21 billion in revenue. It operates in over 30 countries worldwide. A strong, customer–focused approach and the constant quest for top-class quality have enabled L&T to attain and sustain leadership in its major lines of business for eight decades.
*Project Classification
| Classification | Significant | Large | Major | Mega |
| Value in ₹ Cr | 1,000 to 2,500 | 2,500 to 5,000 | 5,000 to 7,000 | >7,000 |
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