{"id":36556,"date":"2025-03-19T09:45:04","date_gmt":"2025-03-19T04:15:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dailynewsindia.co.in\/index.php\/2025\/03\/19\/premier-roadlines-ltd-delivers-kolkatas-first-premium-tunnel-boring-machine-from-chennai\/"},"modified":"2025-03-19T09:45:04","modified_gmt":"2025-03-19T04:15:04","slug":"premier-roadlines-ltd-delivers-kolkatas-first-premium-tunnel-boring-machine-from-chennai","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dailynewsindia.co.in\/index.php\/2025\/03\/19\/premier-roadlines-ltd-delivers-kolkatas-first-premium-tunnel-boring-machine-from-chennai\/","title":{"rendered":"Premier Roadlines Ltd Delivers Kolkata\u2019s First Premium Tunnel Boring Machine from Chennai"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><b>Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], March 19: <\/b>Premier Roadlines Limited, a pioneer in heavy logistics and transportation, has achieved a monumental milestone by successfully transporting Kolkata\u2019s first premium 650-tonne Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) over a 1,653-km journey from Alinjivakkam, Tamil Nadu, to Kolkata. This remarkable feat underscores Premier Roadlines\u2019 expertise in handling complex and oversized cargo, playing a critical role in the Kolkata Metro\u2019s\u00a0<a name=\"_GoBack\"><\/a>\u00a0Purple Line expansion project.<\/p>\n<p>The mammoth 90-meter-long TBM, primarily manufactured in India, was transported in 17 meticulously arranged trailers, showcasing Premier\u00a0Roadlines\u2019 unparalleled capabilities in heavy logistics. The machine will now be deployed for\u00a0tunneling\u00a0operations on the underground section of the\u00a0Joka-Esplanade Metro corridor, marking a significant step forward in Kolkata\u2019s urban infrastructure development.<\/p>\n<h4>A Testament to Precision and Expertise<\/h4>\n<p>Transporting a 650-tonne TBM across 1,600 km of diverse terrain required meticulous planning, advanced engineering, and flawless execution. Premier\u00a0Roadlines\u00a0Limited rose to the challenge, ensuring the safe and timely delivery of the colossal machine.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on this achievement,\u00a0Mr.\u00a0Samin Gupta,\u00a0Director &amp;\u00a0CFO at Premier\u00a0Roadlines\u00a0Limited, said,\u00a0\u201cWe are incredibly proud to have played a pivotal role in this historic project. Transporting a\u00a0machine\u00a0of this size and complexity is a testament to our team\u2019s expertise, dedication, and commitment to excellence. This achievement not only highlights our capabilities in heavy logistics but also reinforces our contribution to India\u2019s infrastructure growth. We are\u00a0honored\u00a0to be part of a project that will transform urban transportation in Kolkata.\u201d<\/p>\n<h4>Supporting India\u2019s Infrastructure Ambitions<\/h4>\n<p>The TBM, manufactured primarily at\u00a0Herrenknecht\u00a0AG\u2019s Tamil Nadu unit,\u00a0represents\u00a0a significant shift toward indigenous Metro construction. Premier\u00a0Roadlines\u2019 successful transportation of this machine underscores its role in enabling India\u2019s self-reliance in infrastructure development.<\/p>\n<p>The TBM will be used to dig twin tunnels for the 5-km underground section of the 14-km\u00a0Joka-Esplanade Metro corridor. The first stretch to be excavated will span 1.7 km from St. Thomas\u2019 to Victoria, followed by 950 meters from Victoria to Park Street. The final segment between Park Street and Esplanade will utilize the cut-and-cover method.<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Overcoming Challenges with Unmatched Expertise<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The transportation of the TBM involved navigating complex routes, ensuring safety protocols, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders. Premier\u00a0Roadlines\u2019 ability to deliver the machine without any setbacks highlights its leadership in the heavy logistics sector.<\/p>\n<p>The tunnel ring segments, essential for reinforcing the tunnels, are being manufactured at Larsen &amp; Toubro\u2019s (L&amp;T)\u00a0Sarkarpool\u00a0facility near\u00a0Mahestala. Premier\u00a0Roadlines\u2019 contribution ensures that the\u00a0project remains on track, even as\u00a0tunneling\u00a0progresses despite uncertainties surrounding land acquisition for the\u00a0Kidderpore\u00a0station.<\/p>\n<h4>A New Benchmark in Heavy Logistics<\/h4>\n<p>Premier Roadlines Limited has once again demonstrated its capability to handle India\u2019s most challenging logistics projects. By transporting the TBM safely and efficiently, the company has set a new benchmark in the industry, reinforcing its reputation as a trusted partner for infrastructure development.<\/p>\n<p><em> If you have any objection to this press release content, kindly contact pr.error.rectification@gmail.com to notify us. We will respond and rectify the situation in the next 24 hours.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], March 19: Premier Roadlines Limited, a pioneer in heavy logistics and transportation, has achieved a monumental milestone by successfully transporting Kolkata\u2019s first premium 650-tonne Tunnel Boring Machine (TBM) over a 1,653-km journey from Alinjivakkam, Tamil Nadu, to Kolkata. 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