BEML bags order for rear dump trucks worth Rs 250 crore from Northern Coalfields

Defence PSU firm BEML Limited, on Friday, May 17, secured an order of 28 units of BH100 rear dump trucks from Northern Coal Fields Limited (NCL) worth Rs 250 crore.

The BH100 rear dump trucks are engineered to transport payloads of up to 100 tonnes and are specifically designed for the efficient handling of overburden and coal in heavy-duty mining operations, the company said in a press release.

The company further stated," The BEML BH100 rear dump truck is renowned for its robust design, advanced features, and operational efficiency. Engineered for fuel efficiency, it helps reduce operational costs while maintaining high performance levels."

The order marked a significant milestone in BEML's continued partnership with NCL, reflecting the trust and reliance on the defence public sector undertaking's heavy-duty mining equipment, the company stated.

Commenting on this, Shantanu Roy, Chairman and MD of BEML Ltd, said, “Our contribution towards the coal sector is getting bigger. Our mission is to help coal players achieve their target of extracting over one billion tonnes of coal in the country. Our BH100 Rear Dump Truck has the capability to assist the NCL in their coal extraction efforts in a significant way.”

The trunks will also be maintained under a guaranteed spare parts contract for a period of five years, the company further stated.