The Hindu Business Line : IIT alumnus who got an early whiff of N-opportunity

This IIT alumnus and co-founder of PM Dimensions, a Mumbai-based engineering training and consulting company, thought the time was ripe to offer basic training in handling nuclear power plants to private players.

Today, PM Dimensions is the only entity in India that has a specific programme for companies interested in setting up nuclear power plants. It covers the technical and non-technical aspects of operation.

Core group

Mr Rajadhyaksha told Business Line that PM Dimensions had assembled a 25-member expert team, which specialises in nuclear safety, engineering design, reactor technology and other allied areas.

The list comprises retired nuclear technologists from various institutions of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE).

“It is this pool we are tapping into for providing training to newcomers,” he said.

The programme focuses on the concepts of nuclear technology, what goes into setting up a plant as well as operations, regulatory requirements and safety.

“We knew that the nuclear deal would finally come through and took the initiative in setting up a training module for industry. The idea is to equip companies with some basic understanding so that they can interact with vendors and clients,” Mr Rajadhyaksha said.

The Explorers

Big names like GMR Group, Walchnadnagar Industries and Tata Power have already attended the programme. Most participants are part of corporate strategy groups in large companies who are either interested in the nuclear business or exploring new opportunities within the arena.

For instance, engineering companies could see potential in supply of reactor components while engineering, procurement and construction players would be keener to participate as contractors.

According to Mr Rajadhyaksha, others would explore options ranging from construction of the plants and mining uranium ore to complete commissioning.

PM Dimensions aspires to be a one-stop shop for nuclear training. By the second quarter of 2009, it will offer six-month training programme with certification from an international agency.

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