CG Power and Industrial Solutions subsidiary, G.G. Tronics India Private Limited, announced significant progress in developing and validating a Uniform Braking Algorithm. This algorithm aims to standardize braking performance across Indian Railways locomotives. While a previous Loco Kavach system order was cancelled due to approval delays, GGT remains qualified for future tenders and expects approvals soon, positioning them for bulk procurement opportunities.
Uniform Braking Algorithm Progress
G.G. Tronics India Private Limited (GGT), a subsidiary of CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited, has made substantial progress in the development and field validation of its Uniform Braking Algorithm. This algorithm is designed to define braking parameters across various locomotive classes for Indian Railways. The initiative aims to ensure consistent braking performance and is being driven by the Centre of Excellence (COE) and RDSO.
Loco Kavach System Order Update
In November 2024, G.G. Tronics India Pvt. Ltd. received an order from Chittaranjan Locomotive Works for the supply of Loco Kavach systems under the Developmental Category. The delivery was subject to product development completion, ISA, RDSO approval, and full compliance with Version 4.0 specifications within 12 months. However, due to delays in obtaining these approvals, the supply could not be initiated within the original timeframe, and the order has been cancelled.
Future Opportunities
Despite the cancellation, GGT remains qualified for upcoming tenders under the Developmental Category. With approvals anticipated in the near future, the company will be eligible to participate in bulk procurement, offering enhanced capabilities including the Universal Braking Algorithm compliant with Version 4.0.
About G. G. Tronics India Private Limited
G. G. Tronics India Private Limited (GGT), a subsidiary of CG, specializes in designing, manufacturing, supplying, and installing Electronic Safety Embedded Signalling Systems for the Railway Transportation segment. The company is a developmental vendor for the Train Collision Avoidance System (TCAS), also known as Automatic Train Protection Systems (IRATPS) or ‘KAVACH.’ GGT also provides system and software verification and validation services for railway signalling products and projects adhering to CENELEC codes.
CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited Overview
CG Power and Industrial Solutions Limited is an engineering conglomerate headquartered in Mumbai, India. The Company operates in two business lines: Industrial Systems and Power Systems. It manufactures products such as Traction Motors, Propulsion Systems, Signaling Relays for the Indian Railways, and a range of Induction Motors, Drives, Transformers, and Switchgears. As of FY25, the company’s consolidated revenue was Rs. 9,909 crores (USD 1,146 M). The Company is also involved in Consumer Appliances and has forayed into the semiconductor space. Since November 2020, the Company is part of the Murugappa Group.
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