Introduction
Leading engineering firm secured a ₹54.12 crore contract from West Central Railway for survey, design, supply, installation, and commissioning of KAVACH equipment across 18 stations over 166 kilometers, to be completed within 700 days.
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Share price movement of HBL Engineering
On August 12, 2025, HBL Engineering Ltd opened at ₹693.75, up 1.48% from its previous close of ₹683.55. The stock reached a high of ₹713.65 (4.39%) and a low of ₹687.35. By 11:46 AM, it traded at ₹709.00, a 3.72% increase, with a market cap of ₹19,654.51 crore.
HBL Engineering Secures ₹54 Crore KAVACH Order
HBL Engineering Limited (formerly HBL Power Systems Limited) has received an order from West Central Railway worth ₹54.12 crore, including 18% GST. The contract covers survey, design, supply, installation, testing, and commissioning of KAVACH equipment.
The project involves 18 stations across 166 kilometers in Kota-Ruthiyai and Sogaria-Kota sections. The contract must be completed within 700 days as per regulatory guidelines.
The order is domestic, awarded by West Central Railway. Promoters have no interest in this contract. It is not a related party transaction and will be executed at arm’s length.
Recent news on HBL Engineering
As of August 11, 2025, HBL Engineering Ltd reported a 79% year-on-year net profit rise to ₹143.27 crore, with revenue up 15.7% to ₹601.77 crore and earnings per share increasing to ₹5.16.
Ace investor holding in HBL Engineering
Anant Jain holds a 1.05% stake in HBL Engineering Ltd, owning 2,910,000 shares valued at ₹206.4 crore.
Stock performance of HBL Engineering for Period of 1 week, 6 months, and 1 year
HBL Engineering Ltd delivered a 12.0% return over the past week, gained 38.8% in the past six months, and rose 12.7% over the past year.
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Shareholding pattern of HBL Engineering
| Particulars | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 |
| Promoter | 59.10% | 59.10% | 59.10% |
| FII | 4.80% | 4.80% | 5.20% |
| DII | 0.40% | 0.40% | 0.40% |
| Public | 35.70% | 35.70% | 35.30% |
About HBL Engineering
HBL Engineering Ltd (NSE: HBLENGINE), established in 1983, is a leading manufacturer of batteries and e-mobility products. It ranks 2nd globally in industrial nickel batteries and 3rd in India’s VRLA lead batteries segment.
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FAQs
Q: Why is HBL Engineering Ltd share price going up today?
A: The stock rose due to the recent ₹54.12 crore KAVACH equipment order from West Central Railway.
Q: What does HBL Engineering Ltd specialize in?
A: HBL Engineering Ltd specializes in manufacturing batteries, e-mobility products, and industrial nickel and lead batteries.
Q: How much stake do promoters hold in HBL Engineering Ltd stock?
A: Promoters hold a 59.10% stake in HBL Engineering Ltd, indicating significant ownership and control.
