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Greaves Cotton Shares Soar 20% in 13 Days Since 12V15 750 HP Engine Unveiling

Greaves Cotton Unveils 12V15 750 HP Fire Fighting Engine at FSIE Expo 2026

+20.13% in 13 days ₹193.60 when we broke this story → ₹232.58 at 25 Sep 2026, 9:39 AM IST

Greaves Cotton Limited has introduced its new 12V15 750 HP Fire Fighting Engine at the FSIE Expo 2026 in Mumbai. This launch marks a significant expansion of the company's Industrial Solutions portfolio, targeting high-performance applications in the mission-critical fire safety sector.

Mechanic working on a crankshaft installation in an engine block in an industrial setting. Stock photo illustrating Greaves Cotton's product launched story.
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Key numbers
Market Cap ₹4,555.6 CrMid-cap
Revenue TTM ₹3,665.31 CrOperating Income
Net Profit TTM ₹99.82 CrTrailing 12 Months
EPS TTM Growth 22.98%Year-on-Year

Key highlights

  • New 12V15 engine delivers 750 HP for high-capacity firefighting operations
  • Product unveiled at the FSIE Expo 2026 held in Mumbai, India
  • Strategic alignment with GREAVES.NEXT to build a diversified engineering enterprise
  • Engine designed for critical sectors including urban infrastructure and industrial safety
  • Supports import substitution as a made-in-India solution for OEM partners

The Product — What It Is

The 12V15 engine is a high-power 750 HP unit engineered for the most demanding firefighting applications where operational readiness and reliability are non-negotiable. Designed to power high-capacity pumps and specialized equipment, the engine addresses the technical requirements of mission-critical sectors such as refineries, airports, and large industrial complexes. This high-performance power solution reflects the company's ability to develop application-specific technology beyond conventional automotive use.

The engine provides the high torque and power density necessary for rapid response in large-scale fire emergencies, positioning the company as a key domestic provider for specialized industrial power needs.

Strategic Fit

This launch is a core component of the GREAVES.NEXT strategic initiative, which focuses on transforming the company from an automotive-centric manufacturer into a diversified engineering solutions provider. By expanding into Industrial Solutions, Greaves Cotton is diversifying its revenue base across the Mobility, Energy, and Industrial segments. The 750 HP engine leverages the company's 165-year legacy in precision engineering to capture market share in high-value niches.

This strategy reduces reliance on traditional segments while fostering deep partnerships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) who require robust, locally manufactured engines for critical infrastructure projects across domestic and international markets.

Financial Context

Greaves Cotton maintains a stable financial profile with an operating revenue of ₹3,665.31 crore on a trailing twelve-month basis. The company's annual net profit recently grew by 83.46%, supported by its transition toward higher-margin specialized products. While the stock's P/E ratio of 45.64 is below its five-year average of 56.45, the company continues to invest in research and development to drive its diversified growth strategy.

The promoters hold a significant 55.77% stake, providing a stable ownership structure as the company navigates its pivot toward energy and industrial solutions, which are expected to contribute increasingly to the overall business mix.

Greaves Cotton · share price, past month

Industry Context

The Indian fire safety equipment market is expanding rapidly due to increased urban infrastructure development and stricter industrial safety regulations. As smart city projects and high-rise developments grow, the demand for sophisticated, high-capacity firefighting equipment has reached new heights. The government's emphasis on indigenous manufacturing encourages companies to develop local alternatives to imported high-power engines.

By introducing a 750 HP solution, the company is tapping into a growing domestic ecosystem that requires reliable power for large-scale safety infrastructure, aligning with broader trends of industrialization and the professionalization of fire safety services in India.

“Through this launch, we are proud to support our customers and OEM partners with a made-in-India solution that delivers the power, reliability and operational readiness required for mission critical applications.”

— Sandip Chaudhari, President - Auto & Special Applications, Greaves Cotton Limited
Greaves Cotton · financial snapshot
Share price₹195.56
Market capitalisation₹4,555.60 Cr
Revenue (annual)₹3,436.62 Cr
Net profit (annual)₹107.14 Cr
Revenue (latest quarter)₹974.12 Cr-2.61% vs previous quarter
Net profit (latest quarter)₹25.77 Cr+14.33% vs previous quarter
P/E (TTM)45.64×Sector 34.22×
Promoter holding55.77%-0.01% QoQ
FII holding1.35%Current quarter

Reference market data from a third-party provider, as of the story. Not a valuation or a recommendation.

Source verified

Exchange filing by Greaves Cotton Limited announcing the launch of its 12V15 750 HP Fire Fighting Engine. Market figures from a third-party data provider.

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