Indian Railways has completed the export of 10 diesel-electric locomotives to Mozambique, with the final batch of two 3,300 horsepower units reaching Maputo, according to a statement by the Ministry of Railways on X on Monday, 20 April.
The ministry said the delivery marks the completion of the full order under the “Make in India, Make for the World” initiative, highlighting India’s expanding capabilities in global railway manufacturing.
The locomotives have been manufactured at Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) in Varanasi and supplied through RITES Limited, which handles overseas railway contracts and rolling stock exports.
“With the final batch of two 3,300 HP locomotives manufactured at Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) reaching Maputo, Indian Railways completes the supply of a total of 10 locomotives to Mozambique-showcasing India’s strength in global rail manufacturing,” the ministry said.
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The supply was executed in phases beginning June 2025, with multiple consignments dispatched before the final batch completed delivery in April 2026, fulfilling the total order of 10 locomotives.
These are 3,300 HP AC-AC diesel-electric locomotives designed for Cape gauge networks (1,067 mm), widely used across African railway systems.
These state-of-the-art locomotives manufactured by BLW are capable of operating at speeds of up to 100 kmph.
They are equipped with international-standard, driver-friendly features such as a refrigerator, hot plate, mobile holder, and a modern cab design, ensuring enhanced comfort and operational efficiency.
The completion of the order reflects India’s continued push to position itself as a competitive exporter of railway rolling stock, particularly across developing rail markets in Africa.
