EconomyFriday, 6 February 2026·The Hindu
BHEL wins international refinery contract for Nigeria project; key PSU order for engineering and exports
BHEL secured a major international contract linked to Nigeria’s refinery project, making it a relevant PSU and industrial order for TNPSC.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In February 2026, Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) won a major international contract for a refinery project in Nigeria, adding a notable overseas order to India’s public-sector engineering portfolio.
Key specifics
- BHEL is the Indian public-sector company named in the February 2026 contract.
- The project is linked to Nigeria, making it an international order.
- The contract is for a refinery project, a core oil-and-gas infrastructure segment.
- The news is relevant to India’s engineering exports and PSU order book in 2026.
Exam lens
MCQ focus: PSU and international business, BHEL, Nigeria, refinery project, February 2026. TNPSC may ask which Indian PSU secured an overseas refinery-related contract and with which country it is associated.