Infrastructure

KEC International, a flagship infrastructure engineering company of the RPG Group, has announced new project wins worth Rs 1,476 crore across several global markets. The contracts span power transmission and distribution projects in India, the Middle East, Africa and the Americas. The portfolio includes high-voltage transmission lines, substations and extra-high-voltage cabling infrastructure. The largest project is a composite order in Saudi Arabia, highlighting continued investment in regional energy infrastructure despite ongoing geopolitical uncertainties.

The India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd. (IIFCL) is projected to expand its loan book to Rs. 1 lakh crore by FY27, reflecting a strategic response to India’s growing infrastructure needs. As the government accelerates investments in highways, urban transit, renewable energy, and smart city projects, IIFCL is poised to play a pivotal role in providing long-tenor, structured financing that bridges the funding gap for large-scale initiatives.

A significant step toward strengthening India’s clean energy infrastructure has been taken with the announcement of a new Floating Storage and Regasification Unit (FSRU) at the Haldia Dock Complex under Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port in Kolkata. The project, backed by an investment of approximately Rs. 260 crore, will be developed by East Horizon Pvt Limited following a licensing agreement with the port authority.

India’s road infrastructure sector recorded a strong performance as IRB Infrastructure Developers Limited reported a 22 percent year-on-year increase in toll revenue for February 2026. The company’s total toll collection reached Rs. 746 crore, compared with Rs. 614 crore in the same month last year. The growth reflects rising traffic volumes, expanding highway networks and contributions from newly operational toll assets. Revenue generated through infrastructure investment trusts also supported the increase.

The Uttar Pradesh government has entered into a Rs. 200 crore memorandum of understanding with Germany-based rail infrastructure specialist RAILONE GmbH to strengthen modern transport systems across the state. The agreement aims to introduce advanced railway construction technologies, improve track durability and enhance operational efficiency. Officials describe the collaboration as part of a broader strategy to attract foreign direct investment and upgrade public infrastructure in line with global standards.