Corporate News Letter

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Vol-2, No. 3, October 2019

In this issue . . . . . .

Hon'ble PM Unvieled BEML's Metro Coach for Mumbai Metro

Shri Deepak Kumar Hota, CMD, BEML, briefing Shri Narendra Modi, Hon'ble Prime Minister at Mumbai

Hon’ble PM along with dignitaries at Metro launch ceremony

H MoU with Yakovlev Design Bureau 04

H CMD BEML with PM's Delegation in Russia 03

H Gandhi Jayanti Celebrations 07

H News in Pics 08

H International Yoga Day 07

H Water Sprinkler for Effective Dust Suppression 05

H Afforestation Drive at KGF Complex, 06A 'Go Green' Initiative

H Hon'ble PM Unvieled BEML's 01Metro Coach for Mumbai Metro

H Commencement of Metro Production 02for Mumbai Metro

It was a special day for BEML on 7�� September

2019, as The Hon'ble Prime Minister of India

unveiled the indigenously built state-of-the-art

first driverless metro coach by BEML for the

upcoming Metro network in Mumbai.

The Hon'ble PM was warmly greeted by Shri Deepak

Kumar Hota CMD, BEML on arrival and briefed about

the main features of the Metro Coach. The Hon'ble

The coach is built by BEML in a record �me of 70 days.

Made of stainless-steel body the metro train will

operate on 25 KV AC trac�on and is equipped with

CCTV surveillance for passenger safety with four

doors on each side and real-�me track monitoring.

The Cars have a capacity of carrying 300 passengers

in each. In order to promote the use of bi-cycle, the

new models will provide a bi-cycle parking space for

passengers inside the coach.

PM was accompanied by Shri Bhagat Singh Koshyari,

Hon'ble Governor of Maharashtra, Shri Devendra

Fadnavis, Hon'ble CM of Maharashtra and Shri

RA Rajeev, IAS., Commissioner MMRDA among

others.

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Commencement of Metro Production for Mumbai Metro

Acknowledging the co-opera�on and support of DMRC & MMRDA, Shri Deepak Kumar Hota, CMD, BEML said, “The produc�on of state-of-the-art coaches for MMRDA has already started and BEML is commi�ed to deliver Metro Cars for MMRDA well within schedule with the support of our employees and execu�ves.”

Expressing sa�sfac�on for the supply of metro cars and intermediary cars as per the requirement, MD of BMRCL Shri Ajay Seth assured all support to BEML in the near future.

Congratula�ng BEML for having bagged the order for MMRDA's RS-1 project, Dr. Mangu Singh, MD, DMRC, said, “I am confident that BEML will deliver the metro cars as per the required standards.”

The produc�on of Metro Cars for MMRDA (Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority) for its MRS1 Project commenced

with a short ceremony at BEML Bangalore Complex on 29�� July 2019 in the presence of Shri D.S. Mishra, IAS., Secretary Housing & Urban Affairs, GoI, Shri R.A. Rajeev, IAS., Metropolitan Commissioner, MMRDA, Shri Mangu Singh, MD, Delhi Metro, Shri Ajay Seth, IAS., MD, Bangalore Metro and a host of senior execu�ves from MMRDA, DMRC and BEML.

In his address, Shri RA Rajeev, Commissioner, MMRDA said that it is a proud moment for BEML and called BEML employees to come out with “flying

It may be recalled that BEML had previously bagged order worth ₹ 3015 crores from MMRDA for supply of 378 Metro Cars (63 metro train sets of 6 Cars each) for Mumbai Metro Corridor 2 & 7 against s�ff compe��on. The contract includes design, installa�on, commissioning and spares for Metro Cars.

colours” and deliver the metro cars as per interna�onal standards, he added.

In his speech, Shri D.S, Mishra, I.A.S., Secretary Housing & Urban Affairs, GoI said, “BEML has shown great enterprise in bagging the largest order for Metro coaches in India through global compe��on whereby giving shape to the vision of 'Make in India' of the Hon'ble PM. I compliment BEML for manufacturing a product that competes in terms of quality, �me and quan�ty with the best in the world. I hope that BEML will not only meet the internal requirements but will also export to other countries as well.”

Addi�onal Order from Mumbai Metro :BEML has bagged further orders for Metro Coaches

from Delhi Metro Rail Corpora�on (DMRC) for MMRDA

Mumbai line 2&7 for addi�onal 21 trainsets (126 nos.)

valued at ₹ 834 crore approx. The above order is in

addi�on to the order received from DMRC for supply of

378 metro coaches.

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CMD BEML with PM's Delegation in Russia

Shri Deepak Kumar Hota CMD BEML was a part of Indian Prime Minister's Delega�on to Russia from 3rd to 6th September, 2019 to par�cipate

in the 5th Eastern Economic Forum (EEF 2019) at Vladivostok Russia, where the Hon'ble PM was the Chief Guest. The forum's programme included

business discussions with various Indian and foreign companies, from partner countries in the Asia- Pacific region and ASEAN. The main aim of the EEF is to support the economic development of Russia's Far-East and to expand interna�onal co-opera�on in the Asia – Pacific region.

CMD also met officials of R u s s i a n a n d I n d i a n

companies, aimed at promo�ng cohesive and mutually beneficial economic coopera�on across core sectors par�cularly Defence aggregates, Ground support vehicles and Mining & Construc�on equipment.

CMD greets Raksha Rajya Mantri

CMD with ISRO Chairman

Shri Shripad Naik, Minister of State for Defence

visited Bangalore on 21�� August, 2019 and held

discussions with CMD, BEML.

Shri Deepak Kumar Hota, briefed the Hon'ble

Minister about BEML's ac�vi�es, products, CSR

ini�a�ves and steps towards sustainable and green

energy. Expressing his happiness over the

performance, Shri Naik assured all help to BEML and

exhorted to take innova�ve steps to grow its

business.

BEML is taking advantage in domes�c and global opportuni�es in the ever-expanding aerospace market and benefit from the Offset policy laid down for defence procurement by Government of India.

BEML CMD along with Director (Defence) visited ISRO, Head Quarters on 1�� August 2019 and had discussions with Dr K Sivan, Chairman ISRO and expressed BEML keenness to have long term business associa�on with ISRO in their upcoming programmes GSLV, PSLV & others.

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A t E E F 2 0 1 9 , B E M L e n t e r e d i n t o a Memorandum of Agreement with M/s Yakovlev Design Bureau (Subsidiary of IRKUT

Corpora�on) to indigenously assemble “DAKSH” (meaning Skill and Capability) trainer aircra� based on YAK- 152 Aircra�. In view of the major expansion of Civil Avia�on Industry coinciding with the vision of providing air connec�vity to every corner of the country, BEML is foreseeing good demand for basic trainer aircra�s in India to train pilots.

Yakovlev Design Bureau's por�olio consists of more than 200 types, out of which 100 are being in serial produc�on. The aircra� with 'Yak' emblem are permanently in serial produc�on and opera�on since 1932. The total aircra�s produced by Yak aircra� exceeds 70.000 and is the most among the Russian companies. Yakovlev Design Bureau is the only

MOUS & PARTNERSHIPS

MoU with Yakovlev Design Bureau

Russian company with interna�onal collabora�on experience in development, tes�ng and cer�fica�on of aircra�.

Strategic Partnership with WIPRO Infrastructure Engineering

BEML Limited and Wipro Infrastructure Engineering (WIN) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate in Aerospace, Industrial

MoU with Bharat Forge Ltd.At a func�on held at Pune on 12�� September 2019, BEML signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bharat Forge Ltd to explore opportunity to work together for Interna�onal Market Research & Development, product iden�fica�on, promo�on and subsequent export of products in accordance with the specific requirement of global customer by leveraging complementary strengths for 'Make in India' and a step towards Publ ic Pr ivate partnership.

MoU is a imed at manufacturing Defence Equipment and Aggregates for domes�c market and also for export purposes. This will help to increase the market share in defence segment.

Signing the MOU, Mr. D K Hota, CMD, BEML said, “This partnership will help both companies to make a significant contribu�on to indigenisa�on and 'Make in India' ini�a�ves of the Government of India. This will provide us access to WIPRO's capabili�es, experience, and skill. It enhances the business interests of both organiza�ons.”

Automa�on, 3D Prin�ng, Ar�ficial Intelligence, and Hydraulic System Engineering. This is a first of its kind MoU for Wipro Infrastructure Engineering with a large Public Sector Enterprise in India.

Shri Deepak Kumar Hota, CMD BEML exchanging MoU with Shri Victor Kladov, Director, Interna�onal Coopera�on and Regional Policy

Shri RH Muralidhara, Director (Defence Business) BEML and Shri Rajinder Bha�a, President & CEO Bharat Forge Defence and Aerospace exchanging MoU

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Water Sprinkler for Effective Dust Suppression

As part of Environmental Management System (EMS), dust suppression on haul roads are undertaken by BEML Water

Sprinklers at Northern Coal Fields.

Manufactured by BEML for the first �me in India, the 70,000 litres (70 KL) Water Sprinkler can discharge 3000 litres of water upto a height of 85 metres in one minute. Assisted by the Hydraulic Motor, the Sprinkler has higher spreading width for effec�ve dust se�ling. In addi�on to regular features, the Sprinkler has also an emergency steering and braking system, proximity warning alarm and fire-figh�ng unit thereby adding to the overall mine safety quo�ent.

Apart from the above, the equipment has integrated parking brake. More than 21 Water Sprinklers (70 KL capacity) are working in NCL

projects at different loca�ons and equipment availability is more than 98%.

Apart from the above, BEML Water Sprinklers are working in many other Coal projects.

The facility was inaugurated by Shri Ajay Seth, IAS., MD Bengaluru Metro Rail Corpora�on (BMRCL) in the presence of Shri Deepak Kumar Hota, CMD BEML and other senior execu�ves of BEML & BMRCL at a func�on held at BEML Bengaluru Complex,.

BEML has set up a 'Bogie Trac�on Motor Run Test facility', a one of its kind for Metro at its manufacturing unit at Bangalore.

Bogie Traction Motor Run Test Facility for Metro

The facility will help in improving metro train ride quality and increases the reliability of coaches. This will run on electrical drive type for checking the drive from Trac�on Motors to Wheels.

BEML is currently supplying world class metro cars to Kolkata and Mumbai in addi�on to cars already supplied to Bangalore, Delhi and Jaipur. BEML is the leading manufacturer with a 48% market share in Indian Metro segment.

PRODUCTS

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GREEN INITIATIVE

ACCOLADES

In order to mi�gate the looming environmental crisis, BEML undertook a massive tree planta�on drive at its KGF Complex with a target of plan�ng

10,000 saplings in the current season.

At a func�on held at KGF Complex, Shri Deepak Kumar Hota, CMD, BEML inaugurated the planta�on drive in the presence of Func�onal Directors – Shri RH Muralidhara, Director (Defence), Shri Suraj Prakash, Director (Finance), Shri M.V. Rajasekhar, Director (Mining & Construc�on) and other Senior Execu�ves of the Company.

Afforestation Drive at KGF Complex, A 'Go Green' Initiative

To begin with 1000 Nos. saplings of assorted varie�es of fruit bearing plants were planted with the inten�on to preserve flora, fauna and maintain ecological balance in and around Kolar Gold Fields.

BEML's mission is to preserve the ecological system with afforesta�on drives, Go-Green ini�a�ve through wind mill, solar and bio-gas, conserva�on of water through rain water harves�ng. BEML dispensed with single serve plas�c water bo�els since December 2016.

Equipment Award for BEML

At a func�on held at New Delhi on 17�� October, 2019

Shri M.V. Rajasekhar, Director M&C received the

award on behalf of the company from Shri Steave

Jone, Sr. Director MHC Research & Analy�cs, Dodge

Date, USA, Shri Pratap Potade, Founder and IR

President. The Award was ini�ated by ASAPP Media,

Mumbai.

BEMl has been bestowed with Equipment India

Awards under two categories, best seller in rigid

Dump Truck and best seller in Crawler Dozer for the

year 2018.

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GANDHI JAYANTI

Gandhi Jayanti Celebrations

A Skit to eradicate social evils

150�� Birth Anniversary of The Mahatma was celebrated in a befi�ng manner across all its Offices and Complexes.

While recalling Gandhiji's principles and his ideals, Shri Hota said, “Let us pledge for contribu�ng towards a healthier environment by not using single- use plas�c in all walks of life.”

Shri Deepak Kumar Hota, CMD BEML who was the Chief Guest at Mysore garlanded the 'Father of the Na�on' Mahatma Gandhi's portrait and paid floral tributes.

Gandhiji's favorite bhajans were sung and Swachhta programmes were also organized to create awareness on cleanliness. Skits were enacted to educate on environmental hazards, safe driving and elimina�on of social evils. Large number of employees and execu�ves took part in the programmes.

On this occasion a short AV was released by Shri Hota on BEML's contribu�on towards sustainable development goals and environmental concerns in line with Gandhiji's vision for a be�er society. The film was dedicated to the Mahatma.

At Mysore Complex

International Yoga Day

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Hota said, “Prac�cing Yoga in daily life improves the health of the individual which in turn helps in increasing the produc�vity.”

The occasion marked by a Lecture Demonstra�on by Yoga experts from Isha Founda�on aimed to create awareness on the importance and benefits of Yoga in daily life.

BEML observed the 5�� Interna�onal Day of Yoga, on 21�� June 2019, across all its Offices and Complexes. Shri Deepak Kumar Hota,

CMD BEML lighted the lamp to inaugurate the event at the Corporate Office in Bangalore.

CELEBRATIONS

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Brig. Ajay Dua, EM(B) going around defence hangar at KGF complex recently. Also seen Shri Sanjay Som, CGM(DP) and other senior execu�ves.

Lt Gen. Sanjay Chauhan, Director General – DGQA going around Palakkad Complex with Shri P Shivakkumar, CGM recently.

NEWS IN PICS

Shri Deepak Kumar Hota, CMD Inaugura�ng the Cauvery Water rdFacility to Mysore Complex on 3 Oct. 2019.

Shri Deepak Kumar Hota, CMD Interac�ng at the 22ⁿ� NHRDM thNa�onal Conference held at Chennai on 19 Sept, 2019.

Shri SK Chakraborty, MD and Shri Kazal Kumar, Manager of M/s Asianet interna�onal, Bangladesh going through KGF plantrecently.

Shri. Tripathi, Director (Finance) BGML with Shri M.V. Rajasekhar, Director (M&C) at KGF Complex during the handing over of 64 acres of

thland to BEML including Plant & Machines on 6 Sept. 2019. Also seen Shri Shankar, ED.