New Delhi : In a major step toward strengthening its global mining consultancy presence, Central Mine Planning and Design Institute Limited (CMPDI) has successfully completed a high-level technical field mission in Mozambique, marking a significant milestone in the development of the Tete East Coal Project. The assignment reinforces CMPDI’s growing reputation as an internationally competitive mining engineering and resource consultancy firm.
A five-member technical delegation led by Shri Rakesh Kumar Sharma, General Manager (Opencast Operations), CMPDI, conducted an extensive site visit in Mozambique’s Tete Province from June 15 to June 19, 2026. The field mission follows the consultancy agreement signed in May 2026 between CMPDI and International Coal Ventures Limited (ICVL).
Key Field Assessment Completed
During the five-day technical assignment, the delegation carried out detailed assessments of the proposed mining area, focusing on:
- Topographical surveys
- Regional geological conditions
- Existing transportation and logistics infrastructure
- Mine development feasibility
- Environmental baseline studies
The findings from this mission will serve as the foundation for preparing a comprehensive Detailed Project Report (DPR) for the proposed open-cast coking and thermal coal mine in the Moatize coal basin, one of the world’s richest coal-bearing regions.
Prestigious International Consultancy Contract
CMPDI secured the consultancy assignment through competitive global bidding, reflecting the organization’s growing international credibility.
Project Highlights
- Client: International Coal Ventures Limited (ICVL)
- Contract Value: USD 849,100
- Project Objective: Preparation of a comprehensive Techno-Economic Feasibility Study (TEFS) and Detailed Project Report (DPR)
- Mining Type: Large-scale Open-Cast Coking & Thermal Coal Mine
- Location: Tete Province, Mozambique
The consultancy assignment includes designing optimal mine planning strategies, developing efficient coal extraction methodologies, evaluating mine-to-port railway logistics, and preparing comprehensive operational and infrastructure plans for the project.
Supporting India’s Resource Security
The Tete Province is internationally recognized for its abundant reserves of high-grade metallurgical coal, a critical raw material used extensively in steel manufacturing. As India continues to expand its steel production capacity, securing reliable overseas sources of premium coking coal has become strategically important.
Through this consultancy project, CMPDI is contributing significantly to India’s long-term resource security strategy by supporting the development of overseas mining assets owned by ICVL.
About ICVL
International Coal Ventures Limited (ICVL) is a joint venture formed by leading Indian public sector enterprises, including:
- Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL)
- National Mineral Development Corporation (NMDC)
- Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL)
The organization was established to acquire and develop overseas coal assets to ensure a stable supply of raw materials for India’s steel industry.
CMPDI’s Growing Global Presence
Traditionally known as the premier mine planning and engineering consultancy under Coal India Limited, CMPDI has steadily expanded its international footprint by offering specialized services in:
- Mine Planning & Design
- Geological Exploration
- Mining Engineering
- Environmental Management
- Infrastructure Planning
- Resource Evaluation
The successful execution of the Tete East Coal Project DPR is expected to open new opportunities for CMPDI across emerging mining markets in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, further strengthening India’s position in the global mining consultancy sector.
Strategic Outlook
The Mozambique assignment demonstrates CMPDI’s transformation from a domestic mining consultancy into a globally recognized engineering organization. By delivering advanced mine planning solutions and world-class technical expertise, the company is helping Indian enterprises expand their international resource base while enhancing India’s energy and industrial security.
As work progresses on the Detailed Project Report, the Tete East Coal Project is expected to become an important milestone in India’s overseas mining strategy and another success story in CMPDI’s expanding international consultancy portfolio.