In an exclusive interview with Tube & Pipe India, Mr. K.L. Bansal, Chairman and Managing Director of DEE Development Engineers Limited (DDEL), shares the company’s ambitious aim to triple its revenue to INR 2,400 crore in the next 3-5 years. Central to this growth is the INR 350 crore greenfield Anjar facility, enhancing process piping and seamless pipe capacities. The facility significantly strengthens manufacturing capabilities with 30,000 MTPA fabrication capacity, 7,000 MTPA seamless pipe output, and 1.8 million DI weld inches annually. The company is also making significant strides in green hydrogen through a strategic MoU and expansion into modular hydrogen systems. With a strong order book, record-breaking performance, and a future focused on innovation, clean energy, and capacity building, DDEL is poised for global leadership in piping solutions.
Tube & Pipe India: DEE Development Engineers Limited (DDEL) has expanded its footprint with a new facility in Anjar, Gujarat. Can you tell us what are the strategic objectives behind this new facility, its investment capital and its impact on the overall pipe business of the company?
K.L. Bansal: With a long-term growth vision, we aim to triple our revenue to INR 2,400 crore within the next 3–5 years. To boost production efficiency and meet growing industry demand, we are setting up a new greenfield project at Village Lakhapar, Taluka Anjar, District Kutch, Gujarat. Spread across approximately 50 acres, the plant enhances our process piping capacity by 27,000 MT, of which 12,000 MT has already been added. With a total investment outlay of INR 350 crore, including INR 110 crore for a seamless pipe manufacturing unit, the facility supports our backward integration for supercritical boiler systems and subsea applications. The site includes fabrication sheds, cutting stations, office and storage areas, and operates with a 2,000 KW power load, a 4,000 KW transformer, and a 1,000 KW rooftop solar plant.
Our Anjar facility significantly strengthens our core manufacturing capabilities with 30,000 MTPA fabrication capacity, 7,000 MTPA seamless pipe output, and 1.8 million DI weld inches annually.
TPI: The company has recently signed an MoU with International Clean-Tech Partner for executing modular green hydrogen production systems. In what way will DEE Development Engineers Limited (DDEL) support this project and how will it give a push to its piping business?
KLB: The partnership with International Clean-Tech Partner marks DDEL’s strategic entry into the green hydrogen sector, with a focus on deploying modular hydrogen production systems across India and Thailand. Under a newly signed MoU, the two companies will co-develop, bid for, and execute green hydrogen production system projects. The partnership will combine International Clean-Tech Partner’s global leadership in hydrogen technologies including electrolysers, separators, and hydrogen purification systems with DDEL’s strength of manufacturing ultra-pure hydrogen purification systems with up to 99.9999 % purity, its project execution, marketing, and long-standing marquee customer base.
TPI: Industry 4.0 is the new trend that is making a mark on the manufacturing sector. What role does smart manufacturing or Industry 4.0 play in your production strategy today?
KLB: DEE Development Engineers is evolving into a modern engineering company that leverages advanced technologies and digital processes, aligning with the principles of Industry 4.0. We have significantly invested in robotics, automation, and mechanized welding technologies, which now form the backbone of several key processes within our plants. Our facilities are equipped with over 185 welding stations, including robotic welding systems from Fanuc and Lincoln (USA), as well as Migatronic (Denmark). We also utilize Bug-O mechanized systems, Orbital GTAW, and GMAW welding machines, enabling high-speed, high-accuracy production with minimal human error.
In addition, we’ve implemented digital project management systems (ERP – Microsoft Navision) and a Document Management System (DMS) to drive real-time decision-making, improve interdepartmental coordination, and reduce downtime. By improving traceability, compliance, and quality control, these tools enhance our ability to serve critical sectors such as power, oil and gas, and process industries.
TPI: Tell us briefly about the company, highlighting its history and major milestones.
KLB: DEE Development Engineers Limited (DDEL) was founded in 1988. From the onset, the company has focused on delivering high-quality process-piping solutions for critical sectors such as oil & gas, power (including nuclear), chemicals, and other process-intensive industries.
With over 35 years of domain expertise, we have evolved into an integrated EPC partner offering engineering, procurement, and manufacturing services for a wide range of piping products — including high-pressure systems, fabricated pipe spools, LSAW pipes, modular skids, and more.
Today, DEE is a globally respected brand, having executed more than 100 major projects across 40+ countries. Our customer base includes over 75 national and multinational clients, and our commitment to technology, quality, and integrity continues to position us as a preferred partner for complex, high-stakes infrastructure.
TPI: Can you tell us about your infrastructure set up and manufacturing capacities?
KLB: DEE Development Engineers has built a robust infrastructure footprint across India with facilities in Haryana, Gujarat, and Assam as well as internationally in Thailand. Collectively, our manufacturing operations are designed for scale, precision, and flexibility.
We have a fabrication capacity exceeding 76,500 MTPA for piping spools and other piping components. Our specialized units include a 9,000 MTPA induction bending facility, and a 3,000 MTPA pipe fittings division.
Our shops are equipped with over 185 welding stations, including robotic and mechanized systems, and are supported by NABL-accredited labs, ERP systems, and dedicated heat treatment and testing capabilities. This integrated ecosystem enables us to handle complex, large-scale projects efficiently, with high-quality outcomes.
TPI: Please tell us about the product portfolio, and what industries does it cater to?
KLB: Our product portfolio is designed to address the full spectrum of industrial piping needs. We manufacture fabricated piping spools, induction pipe bends, pipe fittings, LSAW pipes, modular skids, pressure vessels, hanger/support systems, and jacketed piping.
DDEL also offers comprehensive engineering services — including design, layout, stress analysis, and fabrication detailing — making us a truly end-to-end solutions provider.
We serve critical infrastructure sectors such as- power generation (thermal, nuclear, biomass), oil & gas, refinery and petrochemical, process plants, desalination, cement, and marine sectors, as well as OEMs and EPC contractors.
Our ability to meet diverse technical standards across materials and project types has made us a trusted partner to leading national and international companies.
TPI: What are the recent developments happening in your company? Are there any ongoing projects that you would like to discuss with us?
KLB: This has been an exciting and milestone-driven year for DEE Development Engineers Limited. We reported our highest-ever quarterly performance in Q4 FY25, with a total income of INR 289 crore and a record PAT of INR 32 crore, backed by a robust EBITDA margin of 22.9%.
In terms of business growth, we recently secured a recurring international contract from one of the world’s largest oil and gas companies, headquartered in the U.S. This partnership not only ensures multimillion-dollar annual orders but also strengthens our visibility in global oil and gas sectors markets.
We’re also proud to have secured a INR 55 crore international order for supplying pre-fabricated piping systems for a thermal power station, further reinforcing our technical leadership in the power infrastructure segment.
As of May 31, 2025, our order book stands strong at INR 1,255.92 crore, with a healthy balance of domestic and international projects, including substantial contributions from DEE Thailand. Our expansion at the Anjar facility and development of a seamless pipe manufacturing unit are progressing as planned, aimed at enhancing backward integration and capacity.
TPI: Sustainability is the central nucleus of all manufacturing operations these days. What sustainability initiatives have you adopted for incorporating green manufacturing in your company?
KLB: At DDEL, sustainability is a strategic priority. We are proud to be leading with action, not just intent. Our manufacturing practices focus on energy efficiency, waste minimization, and digital integration to reduce environmental impact.
One of our most significant steps this year has been a strategic partnership with an International Clean-Tech Partner to co-develop modular green hydrogen production systems across India and Thailand. Through this alliance, we aim to deliver ultra-high-purity hydrogen systems — up to 99.9999% — and play a role in accelerating India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission.
We’ve also expanded our green energy portfolio through the acquisition of Molsieve Designs Ltd, a company with deep expertise in hydrogen purification technology. Moreover, our biomass power generation business, operating under a Power Purchase Agreement with Punjab Discom, continues to contribute towards cleaner energy use at scale.
On the ground, we maintain a Zero Harm Policy for the environment, conduct regular plantation drives, invest in waste management, and adhere to ISO 14001 environmental standards across all facilities.
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TPI: What are your future plans for the growth of your company, especially the pipe segment?
KLB: The future of DEE Development Engineers is firmly focused on capacity expansion, technological innovation, and sectoral diversification particularly in process piping and adjacent high-growth verticals. Given our total income of INR 848.26 crore in FY25, we’re confident we can maintain this growth path with our key enabler, the Anjar facility, driving expansion.
From a market positioning standpoint, we are among the very few Indian companies approved for power cycle piping by NTPC — a domain that requires handling critical, high-pressure, high-temperature applications. This specialization gives us a strategic edge in upcoming large-scale power projects.
Going forward, we also plan to deepen our footprint in pharma and pilot-scale R&D units, where we already support innovation-led customers like Indian Oil Corporation with modular and pilot plants. These are still emerging segments for us, but they reflect our long-term vision of delivering process piping solutions across the industrial life-cycle from R&D to full-scale production.
As of May 31, 2025, our order book stands strong at INR 1,255.92 crore, with a healthy balance of domestic and international projects, including substantial contributions from DEE Thailand.
