BHEL

Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) is an Indian public sector engineering and manufacturing company owned by the Government of India. It is one of the largest engineering firms in the country and a major supplier of power-generation equipment and related services.

Established in 1964, BHEL was created to develop indigenous capabilities for designing, manufacturing, testing, commissioning and servicing heavy electrical equipment. Over the years it broadened its remit to include turbines, generators, boilers, transformers, switchgear and control systems, serving both electricity boards and private sector customers.

The company provides a range of products and services for power generation and industrial applications. Core offerings include equipment for fossil fuel, hydro and renewable energy projects, as well as gas turbine systems. BHEL also delivers engineering, procurement and construction (EPC) services, project management, commissioning, upgrades, maintenance, spares and after-sales support, along with modernization and refurbishment of existing plants.

BHEL operates multiple manufacturing units, plants and service centers across India, supported by engineering centers and a broad supplier network. Its customer base comprises central and state utilities, independent power producers and international clients, with exports and collaborations extending its reach beyond the domestic market.

As a government-owned enterprise, BHEL plays a significant role in India's power infrastructure development and ongoing efforts to expand the energy mix, including integration of renewable energy and modernization of existing facilities. The company continues to pursue growth through product diversification, international projects and technology upgrades.