
Jupiter Tatravagonka Secures X255 Crore Order from Braithwait & Co., Boosting Annual Production to 1,00,000 Wheel Sets
Jupiter Tatravagonka Railwheel Factory Pvt. Ltd, the specialized wheelset manufacturing arm of Jupiter Wagons Limited, has been awarded a contract worth X255 crore from Braithwait & Co. for the supply of 9,140 wheelsets of 840 mm diameter for 25-ton axle load applications. This order strengthens Jupiter’s position as a leading domestic manufacturer of high-performance railway wheelsets, contributing to India's growing need for self-reliant and advanced mobility solutions. The company is setting up a world-class production facility in Odisha, which will increase its capacity from the current 20,000 forged wheels and axles annually to an impressive 1,00,000 forged wheelsets per year. The expansion is backed by a 2,500 crore investment, aligning with India's vision to bolster domestic manufacturing and reduce reliance on imports.
Key Highlights
- Jupiter Tatravagonka secures X255 crore order from Braithwait & Co.
- Order strengthens Jupiter’s position as a leading domestic manufacturer of high-performance railway wheelsets.
- New Odisha facility to boost annual production to 1,00,000 wheel sets.
- Expansion backed by a 2,500 crore investment.
- Project progressing as per the planned timeline, with the Commercial Operation Date (COD) for axle production expected by December 2026.