Action Construction Equipment Secures Landmark ₹420 Cr Defence Contract
Action Construction Equipment Limited (ACE) has won its largest-ever order, strengthening India's defence infrastructure and indigenous manufacturing under the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Aatma Nirbhar Bharat’ initiatives.
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has awarded contracts for 1,868 Rough Terrain Fork Lift Trucks (RTFLT), with ACE securing 60% of the order. The company will supply 1,121 RTFLTs with attachments and accessories, valued at ₹420 crore.
These mission-critical RTFLTs will enhance combat readiness and logistical efficiency across the Indian Army, Air Force, and Navy, streamlining the movement of essential supplies.
ACE was awarded this breakthrough contract after successfully demonstrating the superior capability of its equipment through rigorous performance testing. This milestone order underscores the company’s technological expertise and robust R&D capabilities, reinforcing its position as a key contributor to India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
“This is a momentous achievement for ACE, marking our single largest order to date and a testament to our unwavering commitment to innovation and excellence. We take immense pride in playing a crucial role in strengthening our nation’s defence logistics with indigenously designed and manufactured solutions”, said, Sorab Agarwal - Executive Director - ACE With this landmark contract, ACE continues to drive forward India’s vision of self-reliance in material handling technology while reinforcing its leadership in the specialized cranes and material handling equipment sector.
