Electrosteel Castings Limited (ECL) is a water infrastructure company providing techno-economic solutions for water supply and sewerage systems. The Company is India’s largest manufacturer, and one of the few manufacturers in the world, of ductile iron (“DI”) spun pipes. Lack of safe drinking water and proper sanitation is a major problem in India, and the demand for safe drinking water is increasing at a rapid pace. In order to transport sufficient quantities of water from different sources, i.e. rivers, lakes or wells, to a treatment plant with minimal loss and then transport the treated water to the end-user, a reliable pipe material is required that is strong, long-lasting, corrosion resistant and reduces the risk of contamination. DI pipes possess these qualities and are currently the single most widely used type of pipe for the transportation of water and sewage.