Pace Digitek Limited has secured a significant order in the energy infrastructure space, receiving a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) contract from NTPC Limited. The win marks a notable expansion of the company’s capabilities in utility-scale energy storage and strengthens its presence in the fast-growing segment.
Major BESS Project Awarded
The company has been issued a Letter of Award (LoA) by NTPC for executing a BESS project at the Nabinagar Super Thermal Power Station in Bihar. The contract is valued at ₹4,945.4 million (excluding GST) and involves the deployment of a 200 MW / 400 MWh battery energy storage system.
This project underscores the increasing importance of energy storage solutions in supporting grid reliability and integrating renewable energy sources.
Comprehensive EPC Scope
Pace Digitek will undertake a full Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) mandate for the project. The scope includes:
- Supply and logistics of equipment
- Installation and commissioning
- Testing and system integration
- Long-term operations and maintenance
In addition, the contract covers civil, structural, and site development works, reflecting the company’s end-to-end execution capabilities.
Execution Timeline and Maintenance Commitment
The project is expected to be executed over a period of approximately 15 months for supply and installation. This will be followed by an 11-year comprehensive maintenance contract, ensuring sustained performance and operational reliability of the storage system.
Order Book and Strategic Growth
With this addition, Pace Digitek’s consolidated order book has expanded to around ₹110,200 million, indicating strong visibility of future revenues.
The company continues to diversify its portfolio across key sectors, including energy infrastructure, telecom, telecom power systems, and emerging railway projects. The latest order further strengthens its positioning in the energy storage segment, which is gaining prominence as India accelerates its renewable energy transition.
Outlook
The ability to deliver integrated BESS solutions across the value chain enhances Pace Digitek’s competitiveness in securing large-scale infrastructure projects. As demand for grid stability and energy storage rises, the company is well-positioned to capitalise on emerging opportunities in this space.
Summary
Pace Digitek has secured a ₹4,945 million BESS EPC contract from NTPC for a 200 MW / 400 MWh project in Bihar. The project includes end-to-end execution and an 11-year maintenance agreement. This order strengthens the company’s order book to over ₹110,200 million and reinforces its position in the growing energy storage sector.
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