August 22, 2023

A new dam safety project

Gruner Stucky Ltd is part of a joint venture with SMEC which has been awarded the contract for Phase II and III of the Dams Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP) in India.

Gruner Stucky Ltd is pleased to announce that our Joint Venture with SMEC its selection as the Engineering and Management Consultant for Phase II and III of the Dams Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP), a pivotal initiative initiated by India’s Central Water Commission (CWC).

DRIP Phase II and III, co-financed by the World Bank and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), are set to span 19 States and encompass three Central Agencies, including the esteemed CWC. Undertaking this important role, Gruner Stucky Ltd with our longstanding and successful track record in providing dam design services and dam safety management advisory services is committed to enhancing the safety and performance of the chosen dams across India, which aligns perfectly with our dedication to sustainable development and engineering excellence.

The overarching project entails four pivotal components:

Rehabilitation and enhancement of selected dams and their associated components.
Fortification of dam safety through institutional augmentation.
Creation of ancillary revenue streams for the sustainable operation and maintenance of dams.
Robust project management.

The envisioned outcomes of our collaborative efforts encompass heightened safety measures, amplified water availability, and reduced vulnerability to flooding, thus fortifying communities against the impacts of climate change.

We would like to thank India’s Central Water Commission and we look forward to participating in the esteemed initiative, harmonizing perfectly with our vision of shaping a sustainable future. Our collaborative venture is excited to channel our expertise and technical prowess towards revitalizing these vital dams, securing their viability and the welfare of adjacent communities.

For more information on our dam safety services please visit our website pages here https://www.gruner.ch/en/Discover/dam-safety-surveillance-and-management-services

Back to overview

You might also be interested in

October 5, 2026

New tram tracks above Basel’s underground river

The tram tracks at Basel’s Market Square are being renewed, while the stops are being upgraded to provide barrier-free access on behalf of the Department of Construction and Transport of the Canton of Basel-Stadt. Gruner is responsible for planning the new tram tracks and is supporting the challenging construction work.

September 17, 2026

Fire safety on Mount Titlis: exceptional conditions at 3,020 metres

As part of the renovation and expansion project on Mount Titlis, the Titlis Tower opened in June 2026, with the new Titlis Peak Station to follow in 2029. Gruner is responsible for fire safety for this major project designed by Herzog & de Meuron. The unique conditions at more than 3,000 metres above sea level place particularly high demands on fire safety.

September 2, 2026

LSVA III: Completion of the first new stationary recording systems

Since the beginning of 2026, the new generation of LSVA recording systems has been progressively rolled out across Switzerland. The systems record journey data from heavy goods vehicles and help ensure that the heavy vehicle charge is calculated correctly. Gruner is planning and implementing several recording sites, making an important contribution to the rollout of the new infrastructure.