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'''WAPCOS Limited''' earlier known as '''Water and Power Consultancy Services (India) Limited'''<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.bsepsu.com/namechangeindex.asp?iframe=true&width=800&height=500|title=bsepsu.com|website=www.bsepsu.com|access-date=11 February 2017}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.cmlinks.com/sharekhan/bulletin/NameChange.asp?var=W|title=Name Changes|website=www.cmlinks.com|access-date=11 February 2017}}</ref> is an [[India|Indian multinational]] [[Government of India|government undertaking]] and [[Consultancy|consultancy firm]] wholly owned by [[Ministry of Jal Shakti]] , [[Government of India]]. The firm provides consultancy services in the fields of [[water resources]], power and infrastructure. Launched in 1969, it is now an [[ISO 9001:2015]] certified, ''Mini ''Ratna'' company with several projects across [[India]], Asia and Africa.<ref>{{cite news|title=Wapcos to get 'mini ratna' status|url=http://newindianexpress.com/business/news/article165906.ece|access-date=23 December 2012|newspaper=The New indian Express|date=2 December 2010}}</ref><ref name="wapcos">{{cite web|title=WAPCOS – About Us|url=http://www.wapcos.co.in/home/Aboutus.aspx|access-date=23 December 2012}}</ref>
'''WAPCOS Limited''', earlier known as '''Water and Power Consultancy Services (India) Limited''',<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.bsepsu.com/namechangeindex.asp?iframe=true&width=800&height=500|title=bsepsu.com|website=www.bsepsu.com|access-date=11 February 2017}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.cmlinks.com/sharekhan/bulletin/NameChange.asp?var=W|title=Name Changes|website=www.cmlinks.com|access-date=11 February 2017}}</ref> is an Indian consultancy service provider under the ownership of the [[Government of India]] and administrative control of the [[Ministry of Jal Shakti]]. The firm provides consultancy services in the fields of [[water resources]], power and infrastructure. Launched in 1969, it is a "Mini Ratna" company with several projects across India, Asia and Africa.<ref>{{cite news|title=Wapcos to get 'mini ratna' status|url=http://newindianexpress.com/business/news/article165906.ece|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304103714/http://www.newindianexpress.com/business/news/article165906.ece|url-status=dead|archive-date=4 March 2016|access-date=23 December 2012|newspaper=The New indian Express|date=2 December 2010}}</ref><ref name="wapcos">{{cite web|title=WAPCOS – About Us|url=http://www.wapcos.co.in/home/Aboutus.aspx|access-date=23 December 2012}}</ref>


== History ==
== History ==
WAPCOS Limited is a "Mini Ratna-I" Public Sector Enterprise under the aegis of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation. Incorporated on June 26, 1969, under the Companies Act, 1956; WAPCOS is a technology-driven Consultancy and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) organization with strong home country and global presence in the field of Water, Power and Infrastructure sectors. WAPCOS has the requisite experience & expertise to undertake Consultancy & EPC projects of any scale and complexity in the sectors of its operations.
WAPCOS was incorporated under the [[Companies Act 1956|Companies Act, 1956]] on 26 June 1969. Since its founding, the company has undertaken consultancy assignments in 50 countries globally.<ref name="wapcos" /> WAPCOS is currently a Schedule B company in India with a turnover of {{INR}}5.50&nbsp;billion in 2012–13.<ref>{{cite news|title= We plan to become R500-cr company by March 2015|url=http://www.financialexpress.com/news/we-plan-to-become-r500cr-company-by-march-2015/805884/0|access-date=23 December 2012|newspaper=Financial Express|date=20 June 2011}}</ref>


== Services ==
== Services ==
WAPCOS provides a range of services in the areas of infrastructure development, water resources and power generation. As a consultancy, some of its activities include pre-feasibility studies and feasibility studies, master plans and regional development plans, detailed engineering reports, commissioning and testing, operations and maintenance and capacity building and human resource development in its areas of competence. WAPCOS also provides commissioning services for developmental projects in India and abroad.<ref name="hindustantimes">{{cite news|title=WAPCOS derives its strength from its human resource|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Entertainment/Interviews/WAPCOS-derives-its-strength-from-its-human-resource/Article1-878322.aspx|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120626043425/http://www.hindustantimes.com/Entertainment/Interviews/WAPCOS-derives-its-strength-from-its-human-resource/Article1-878322.aspx|url-status=dead|archive-date=26 June 2012|access-date=23 December 2012|newspaper=Hindustan Times|date=25 June 2012}}</ref>
WAPCOS provides wide range of services in the areas of infrastructure development, water resources and power generation. As a consultancy, some of its activities include pre-feasibility studies and feasibility studies, master plans and regional development plans, detailed engineering reports, commissioning and testing, operations and maintenance and capacity building and human resource development in its areas of competence. WAPCOS also provides commissioning services for developmental projects in India and abroad.<ref name="hindustantimes">{{cite news|title=WAPCOS derives its strength from its human resource|url=http://www.hindustantimes.com/Entertainment/Interviews/WAPCOS-derives-its-strength-from-its-human-resource/Article1-878322.aspx|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120626043425/http://www.hindustantimes.com/Entertainment/Interviews/WAPCOS-derives-its-strength-from-its-human-resource/Article1-878322.aspx|url-status=dead|archive-date=26 June 2012|access-date=23 December 2012|newspaper=Hindustan Times|date=25 June 2012}}</ref>


== Global Presence ==
== Global Presence ==
WAPCOS has successfully completed/ongoing consultancy assignments in countries covering Asia, Africa, Eurasia, CIS, South America, North America, Oceania & Pacific Islands providing consultancy services in different countries including, Angola, Afghanistan, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Burundi, Botswana, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Cuba, DR Congo, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea Conakry, Indonesia, Kenya, Lao PDR, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mongolia, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Tanzania, Tajikistan, Togo, Timor Leste, USA, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe
WAPCOS has developed a large global presence over the years, especially in South Asia and across Africa. It has undertaken works in 50 countries around the world in areas of power, water resources and infrastructural development. Currently it has ongoing projects in the countries of [[Afghanistan]],<ref>{{cite news|title=Big Wapcos work in Afghanistan|url=http://www.thehindubusinessline.in/2003/09/25/stories/2003092502260100.htm|access-date=23 December 2012|newspaper=The Hindu Businessline|date=25 September 2003}}</ref> [[Bangladesh]], [[Bhutan]],<ref>{{cite news|title=WAPCOS to prepare DPR for Bhutan hydel project|url=http://www.hindu.com/2004/03/03/stories/2004030301041800.htm|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20040404082404/http://www.hindu.com/2004/03/03/stories/2004030301041800.htm|url-status=dead|archive-date=4 April 2004|access-date=23 December 2012|newspaper=[[The Hindu]]|date=3 March 2004}}</ref> [[Cambodia]], [[Central African Republic]], [[Chad]], [[DR Congo]], [[Ethiopia]],<ref>{{cite news|title=Wapcos bags four projects in Ethiopia|url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2004-08-31/india-business/27148907_1_wapcos-power-consultancy-services-projects|archive-url=https://archive.today/20130126142736/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2004-08-31/india-business/27148907_1_wapcos-power-consultancy-services-projects|url-status=dead|archive-date=26 January 2013|access-date=23 December 2012|newspaper=[[The Times of India]]|date=31 August 2004}}</ref> [[Kenya]], [[Muang Lao]], [[Mali]], [[Mozambique]], [[Myanmar]], [[Nepal]], [[Nigeria]], [[Rwanda]], [[Senegal]], [[Sierra Leone]], [[Tanzania]], [[Uganda]], [[Yemen]] and [[Zimbabwe]].<ref name="hindustantimes" /><ref>{{cite news|title=Zimbabwe Power, Wapcos Sign $320 Million Plant Deal|url=https://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-06-05/zimbabwe-power-wapcos-sign-320-million-plant-deal-correct-.html|access-date=23 December 2012|newspaper=Bloomberg|date=5 June 2012}}</ref>


== References ==
== References ==
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== External links ==
== External links ==
* [http://www.wapcos.gov.in WAPCOS Limited]
* [https://www.wapcos.co.in/ WAPCOS Limited]
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Latest revision as of 07:20, 29 August 2024

WAPCOS Limited
Company typePublic sector undertaking
Industry
Founded26 June 1969; 55 years ago (1969-06-26)
HeadquartersKailash, 26, Kasturba Gandhi Marg,
New Delhi
,
India
Area served
Worldwide
Key people
R.K. Agrawal[1] (Chairman & Managing Director)
ServicesConsultancy
Revenue₹13.37 billion (US$160 million) (2021)
₹13.14 billion (US$150 million) (2021)
Total assets₹26.70 billion (US$310 million) (2021)
Total equity₹6.17 billion (US$72 million) (2021)
OwnerGovernment of India
Websitewapcos.co.in

WAPCOS Limited, earlier known as Water and Power Consultancy Services (India) Limited,[2][3] is an Indian consultancy service provider under the ownership of the Government of India and administrative control of the Ministry of Jal Shakti. The firm provides consultancy services in the fields of water resources, power and infrastructure. Launched in 1969, it is a "Mini Ratna" company with several projects across India, Asia and Africa.[4][5]

History

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WAPCOS Limited is a "Mini Ratna-I" Public Sector Enterprise under the aegis of the Ministry of Jal Shakti, Department of Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation. Incorporated on June 26, 1969, under the Companies Act, 1956; WAPCOS is a technology-driven Consultancy and Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) organization with strong home country and global presence in the field of Water, Power and Infrastructure sectors. WAPCOS has the requisite experience & expertise to undertake Consultancy & EPC projects of any scale and complexity in the sectors of its operations.

Services

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WAPCOS provides wide range of services in the areas of infrastructure development, water resources and power generation. As a consultancy, some of its activities include pre-feasibility studies and feasibility studies, master plans and regional development plans, detailed engineering reports, commissioning and testing, operations and maintenance and capacity building and human resource development in its areas of competence. WAPCOS also provides commissioning services for developmental projects in India and abroad.[6]

Global Presence

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WAPCOS has successfully completed/ongoing consultancy assignments in countries covering Asia, Africa, Eurasia, CIS, South America, North America, Oceania & Pacific Islands providing consultancy services in different countries including, Angola, Afghanistan, Belize, Benin, Bhutan, Burundi, Botswana, Cambodia, Cameroon, Central African Republic, Chad, Cuba, DR Congo, Eswatini, Ethiopia, Fiji, Gambia, Ghana, Guinea Conakry, Indonesia, Kenya, Lao PDR, Lesotho, Liberia, Madagascar, Malawi, Maldives, Mongolia, Mozambique, Myanmar, Nepal, Niger, Nigeria, Nicaragua, Papua New Guinea, Rwanda, Senegal, Sierra Leone, Sri Lanka, Suriname, Tanzania, Tajikistan, Togo, Timor Leste, USA, Uganda, Uzbekistan, Vietnam, Yemen, Zambia, Zimbabwe

References

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  1. ^ "WAPCOS | International Consultants | Water Resources | Power & Infrastructure Development".
  2. ^ "bsepsu.com". www.bsepsu.com. Retrieved 11 February 2017.
  3. ^ "Name Changes". www.cmlinks.com. Retrieved 11 February 2017.
  4. ^ "Wapcos to get 'mini ratna' status". The New indian Express. 2 December 2010. Archived from the original on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 23 December 2012.
  5. ^ "WAPCOS – About Us". Retrieved 23 December 2012.
  6. ^ "WAPCOS derives its strength from its human resource". Hindustan Times. 25 June 2012. Archived from the original on 26 June 2012. Retrieved 23 December 2012.
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