BEML Limited, the public sector engineering and manufacturing giant, has secured a significant defence contract from the Ministry of Defence.
According to the official filing dated August 4, 2025, the company has received an order worth approximately ₹282 crore for the supply of HMV 8x8 (High Mobility Vehicles).
In its regulatory disclosure to the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), BEML stated that the order falls under the normal course of business.
The company did not disclose further technical or delivery details but emphasised the strategic importance of the contract in strengthening its relationship with the Ministry of Defence.
BEML Limited (formerly Bharat Earth Movers Limited) is a key public sector company under the Ministry of Defence and plays a crucial role in the country's defence, rail, mining, and construction sectors. It manufactures a wide range of heavy duty equipment, including military trucks, rail coaches, metro cars, and mining machinery.
Headquartered in Bangalore, BEML has been a long-standing supplier of mobility solutions to the Indian armed forces, particularly known for its range of High Mobility Vehicles used for transporting troops, artillery, and equipment.
BEML Limited (NSE: BEML) traded marginally lower despite the announcement of a significant defence order. The stock opened strong at ₹4,039 and touched an intraday high of ₹4,059. However, it later slipped to a low of ₹3,960.50, reflecting some profit booking. By mid-morning, the stock was quoting at ₹3,979, down ₹5.70 or 0.14% from the previous close of ₹3,984.70.
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With this fresh order win, BEML strengthens its defence portfolio and reinforces its position as a key partner in India’s strategic infrastructure and military logistics landscape.
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Published on: Aug 5, 2025, 11:15 AM IST
Neha Dubey
Neha Dubey is a Content Analyst with 3 years of experience in financial journalism, having written for a leading newswire agency and multiple newspapers. At Angel One, she creates daily content on finance and the economy. Neha holds a degree in Economics and a Master’s in Journalism.
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