Heavy engineering reinvented

This article states that, Heavy engineering companies are transforming their operations to meet rising demands for efficiency precision and sustainability. Increasing product complexity supply chain volatility and stricter environmental expectations are pushing manufacturers towards more integrated and Technology-driven approaches across design, fabrication and production.

It also mentions a quote from Hussain Shariyarr, Business Head, Process Equipment business of Godrej Enterprises Group, said, “In heavy engineering as equipment operates in demanding industrial environments such as extreme temperatures, high pressure, and harsh operating conditions, critical materials are essential for manufacturing reliable and long lasting equipments". He adds that import dependence has historically amplified risk exposure. "In the past we relied on imports for these critical metallurgies. However, this often-exposed projects to challenges such as volatile raw material prices, geopolitical uncertainties, logistics disruptions and long lead times. These factors can significantly impact project timelines, costs and overall execution certainty”. 

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