NBCC and RailTel sign MoU to collaborate on data centre development across India

15 April 2025

NBCC (India) Limited has established a strategic memorandum of understanding (MoU) with RailTel Corporation to jointly develop data centre projects, extending from concept to commissioning, over the next five years both in India and internationally.

Under the MoU, NBCC will provide project management consultancy services specifically for the construction of data centre buildings and the associated civil and passive infrastructure. In turn, RailTel will offer its expertise in the planning, design, supply, installation, testing, commissioning, and ongoing operations and maintenance of the IT-related infrastructure required for the data centres.

This strategic collaboration is aimed at leveraging the core competencies of both organizations, thereby enhancing their capabilities in client acquisition and improving service delivery efficiencies. By integrating their respective strengths, NBCC and RailTel seek to create a sustainable model for the development of data centres that meets the growing demand for digital infrastructure in India and beyond.

As the collaboration unfolds, it is expected to play a pivotal role in bolstering the digital infrastructure landscape, supporting economic growth, and facilitating advancements in technology readiness across various sectors.