Shree Cement, RITES Sign MoU to Enhance Rail Infrastructure For Seamless Logistics

Gurugram, June 2, 2025: Shree Cement Limited (SCL) has signed an MoU with RITES Limited, a Navratna enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, to strengthen its rail infrastructure network. This strategic collaboration will facilitate the development of rail infrastructure and allied services across SCL’s manufacturing units, enabling more efficient and sustainable transportation of raw materials and finished goods.

The agreement is effective for five years from the date of signing and can be extended further with mutual consent.

Neeraj Akhoury, MD, SCL, said, “Our collaboration with RITES is a strategic step towards creating a more efficient, cost-effective and sustainable transportation system that supports our growth while reducing environmental impact.”

RITES will cover the services from concept to commissioning in connection with the upgrade, renovation and establishment of new rail connectivity for transporting raw materials, cement and other associated materials. RITES will also act as the project management consultant, providing end-to-end consultancy services that span the entire lifecycle of infrastructure projects from reconnaissance and feasibility studies to detailed project reports and execution management.

Besides, RITES will also assist in securing approval from the Ministry of Railways and other relevant authorities for civil, signal and telecom, overhead electrification and mechanical engineering components. Additionally, RITES will support SCL in contractor selection by evaluating and certifying the eligibility of executing agencies during the tendering process.

Deepak Tripathi, director (technical, projects and additional charge), RITES, said, “We are pleased to partner with Shree Cement in the infrastructure development journey. With our proven expertise in rail and transport engineering, we are confident of delivering integrated and future-ready solutions that align with our mutual business goals.”

This partnership marks a significant step in SCL’s commitment to operational excellence and sustainable logistics. By leveraging RITES’ technical capabilities and domain expertise, the company aims to build a robust rail infrastructure that supports its long-term business growth and aligns with national priorities for greener industrial operations.