India Energy Week 2027 to Highlight Eastern India's Energy Role

India Energy Week (IEW) 2027 is scheduled for January 28-31 in Kolkata, with a focus on energy security, innovation, and the increasing role of eastern and northeastern India in the national energy sector. The event's curtain-raiser in Mumbai and Kolkata brought together policymakers, industry executives, and technology innovators.

IEW 2027 will feature 11 thematic zones and 13 international pavilions. The event aims to provide a platform for connecting regional stakeholders with global energy companies and technology providers. Discussions will cover energy security, financing the energy transition, technology affordability, and the energy requirements of a developing economy.

Investment opportunities in West Bengal and the broader eastern region will be highlighted. Progress on petroleum and natural gas infrastructure includes approximately 798 km of pipeline projects, representing an investment of around ₹5,494 crore, currently under development. These projects are intended to enhance West Bengal’s energy infrastructure and connectivity with eastern and northeastern markets. IEW 2027 will also introduce new formats, including MC2 Shark Tank-style sessions, Kolkata Debates, and Ignite Talks, to support entrepreneurs and innovators.

Transrail Lighting Secures Over ₹574 Crore in New Domestic Orders

Transrail Lighting Ltd., an engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) firm specializing in power transmission and distribution infrastructure, has secured new domestic orders valued at over ₹574 crore. These orders predominantly involve the company's domestic transmission and distribution (T&D) business, with a significant portion attributed to high-temperature low-sag (HTLS) conductor-based transmission line reconductoring projects.

The new contracts encompass EPC projects for transmission lines, reconductoring existing transmission lines with HTLS conductors produced at the company's Silvassa facility, and the supply of poles. An additional EPC contract for a transmission line from a large private-sector Indian developer was also secured. These recent wins have increased Transrail's total order intake for the year to ₹1,609 crore. The company also holds an additional ₹694 crore in orders where it is the lowest bidder (L1).

Transrail Lighting has expanded its manufacturing capabilities, increasing conductor manufacturing capacity by 70% to 40,800 KMPA and doubling its tower manufacturing capacity to 172,400 metric tonnes per annum (MTPA). These capacity increases, combined with the growing order book and bidding pipeline, are expected to support further opportunities in both domestic and international T&D markets.

We’re heading to Manila!

We’re heading to Manila! 🇵🇭

On 20–21 October, NucFinder will be joining the World Nuclear Supply Chain Conference 2026, organised by the World Nuclear Association, alongside the Philippine International Nuclear Energy Forum 2026.

We’re looking forward to meeting companies from across the global nuclear industry, discussing supply chain challenges and opportunities, and connecting with both buyers and suppliers.

NucFinder will also be supporting the event as a B2B App Sponsor.

If you’re attending, feel free to reach out to Arkady or Dmitry and arrange a meeting.