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(122 articles)CONCOR Partners IIT Roorkee on AI Smart Logistics System
CONCOR, India's premier containerized freight operator, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IIT Roorkee to develop an AI-driven smart logistics decision support system. This strategic partne
APSEZ Opens Rail Route to NCR, Strengthening Port-ICD Link
Adani Ports and SEZ Limited (APSEZ) has successfully operated its first import rake service from Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) to ICD Patli, marking a strategic expansion of rail-based contai
GreenLine & Dabur India Partner on Low-Emission Freight Solutions
GreenLine, a logistics provider specializing in sustainable transportation, has deepened its engagement with Dabur India, one of India's largest consumer goods manufacturers, to expand low-emission fr
APSEZ Launches First Import Container Rail Service at ICD Patil
APSEZ has successfully received its first import container rake from JNPA (Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority) at ICD Patil, marking a significant step in establishing direct rail connectivity between In
Cathay Cargo launches freighter ops at India's new NMIA hub
Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA), operated by India's Adani Group, is experiencing rapid growth in air cargo operations following its commercial launch last year. Cathay Cargo's announcement o
Rail Freight Gains Ground in Fly Ash Transportation Strategy
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) has published research examining the role of rail transportation in fly ash distribution networks. Fly ash, a byproduct of thermal power generation, represent
India's Inland Mile: Critical Nexus for Supply Chain Resilience
India's supply chain resilience is fundamentally determined by the performance and efficiency of its inland logistics networks—the "inland mile" that connects ports, manufacturing hubs, and end-consum
India Logistics Growth Index Hits 55.5 in June 2026
The India Logistics Growth Index reached 55.5 in June 2026, marking a significant milestone in the region's supply chain maturation and operational capacity. This index, tracked by the World Research
India's Highway Expansion Transforms Logistics Network Efficiency
Minister Nitin Gadkari's review of India's highway projects signals a significant structural investment in the nation's logistics backbone. Highway infrastructure improvements directly impact transit
JNPA Reports Eased Congestion, Normalizing Freight Station Operations
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) chairman Gaurav Dayal has announced that congestion pressures at freight stations have eased significantly, with inventory levels returning to normal operati
Indian Railways Modernizes Freight Network With Private Investment Push
Indian Railways is pursuing a strategic modernization initiative centered on freight logistics expansion and attracting private investment to bolster its domestic freight network. This reform effort r
Indian Railways Reform Could Reshape Logistics Infrastructure
Indian Railways is launching a significant reform agenda designed to overhaul how the network manages infrastructure projects and freight operations. This modernization effort signals a structural shi
BikeWo Green Tech Partners with Kwik Flite for Air Cargo Integration
BikeWo Green Tech, a manufacturer of green technology bicycles and two-wheelers, has entered into a strategic partnership with Kwik Flite Support to develop integrated air cargo capabilities. This col
2026 YLP Regional Winners Announced: India Shipping
India Shipping News has announced the 2026 Young Logistics Professionals (YLP) Regional Winners, spotlighting three emerging professionals who have been selected to compete on a global stage. This rec
Indian Railways Freight Surges: Multi-Sector Demand Reshapes Logistics
Indian Railways is experiencing robust freight growth, signaling sustained demand for rail-based logistics solutions across multiple industry sectors. This positive momentum reflects a structural shif
DP World Deploys 2,500 TEU Vessel to Boost India Coastal Shipping
DP World, the global port and logistics operator, has announced the deployment of a 2,500 TEU (twenty-foot equivalent unit) vessel to strengthen its coastal shipping operations in India. This strategi
DP World Expands India Coastal Shipping with 2500-TEU Vessel
DP World, a leading global logistics operator, has introduced a new vessel to its Indian coastal shipping network with capacity exceeding 2,500 containers (TEUs). This strategic deployment represents
CJ Darcl & NHEV Launch Electric Heavy Freight on India's E-Highway
CJ Darcl Logistics has announced a strategic collaboration with NHEV (New Heavy Electric Vehicles) to establish heavy electric freight operations across India's emerging E-Highway network. This partne
CJ Darcl, NHEV Launch Heavy Electric Freight E-Highway Pilot
CJ Darcl Logistics and NHEV (a partner entity focused on electric vehicle infrastructure) have announced a collaborative pilot program to operate heavy electric freight vehicles on e-highways—infrastr
CONCOR, RITES MoU to Expand India's Logistics Network
CONCOR (Container Corporation of India) and RITES (Rail India Technical and Economic Service) have formalized a strategic Memorandum of Understanding to enhance India's logistics infrastructure capabi
MSC invests $2.85B for 49% stake in India's Vizhinjam Port
Mediterranean Shipping Company's terminal arm, Terminal Investment Limited (TiL), has committed to a $2.85 billion investment for a 49% stake in India's Vizhinjam Port through a joint venture with Ada
India's E-Commerce Boom Creates Surge in Logistics Jobs
India's explosive growth in e-commerce is fundamentally reshaping the logistics labor market, creating substantial employment opportunities across warehousing, last-mile delivery, and supply chain man
Adani Logistics Showcases India's Integrated Multi-Modal Supply Chain
Adani Logistics marked National Logistics Day by highlighting the capabilities of India's integrated multi-modal supply chain network. The announcement reflects growing momentum in India's logistics s
SMEs Need Logistics Partners, Not Just Carriers: TransLink
TransLink's leadership emphasizes a critical distinction in the logistics market: small and medium enterprises need comprehensive logistics partners rather than transactional carrier relationships. Th
Rice Exports in Crisis as Shipping Companies Halt Bookings
Indian rice exporters are experiencing a significant operational crisis as international shipping carriers have announced a halt to new cargo bookings, creating immediate bottlenecks in the supply cha
Nhava Sheva Port Congestion Strains India Trade
Nhava Sheva port in India is experiencing significant congestion that is creating operational challenges for traders and logistics providers across the region. The congestion is driving up container h
Tiger Logistics Wins Rs 40M BHEL Import Contract
Tiger Logistics has secured a Rs 40 million import logistics contract from Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), one of India's largest state-owned engineering and manufacturing conglomerates. This
V-Xpress Launches Box-N-Ship: New Last-Mile Delivery Platform
V-Xpress has announced the launch of Box-N-Ship, a new logistics platform aimed at simplifying parcel shipping and last-mile delivery operations. This development represents a competitive entry into I
Noida City Logistics Plan Survey Optimizes Freight Before Airport Launch
Noida is conducting a comprehensive city logistics plan survey to optimize freight movement patterns ahead of anticipated airport operations. This proactive approach represents a structured effort to
BLive PRIME: EV Fleet Ownership Program Transforms Indian Cargo
BLive has introduced BLive PRIME, a financing and fleet management program designed to enable wider ownership of four-wheeled (4W) electric vehicles for cargo operations in India. This initiative addr
NIA Opens First Cargo Gateway to Relieve Delhi Airport Bottleneck
Noida International Airport (NIA) has commenced air cargo operations this week, marking a pivotal moment for India's air freight infrastructure. With Delhi Airport experiencing significant capacity co
Celcius Logistics Strengthens J&K Cold Chain to Cut Farm Waste
Celcius Logistics is consolidating Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) across Jammu & Kashmir to implement advanced cold-chain solutions designed to minimize post-harvest losses and enhance farmer pr
Delhivery Launches Mapping Platform for Logistics Optimization
Delhivery, India's leading logistics provider, has launched a specialized mapping platform designed to enhance operational efficiency for logistics businesses. This technology-driven initiative repres
CONCOR Launches Long-Haul Pig Iron Service Connecting India
CONCOR (Container Corporation of India) has initiated a new long-haul service for transporting pig iron between Southern and Northern India, representing an expansion of domestic freight capacity on a
NIA Cargo Terminal Expands Air Freight Access to India's Industrial Hubs
The National Infrastructure Authority's (NIA) cargo terminal represents a strategic expansion of air freight infrastructure in India, designed to bring international and domestic air cargo services cl
Indian Railways Modernizes Parcel Logistics Network via EoI
Indian Railways has issued an Expression of Interest (EoI) to modernize its parcel logistics network, representing a significant shift toward digitalization and operational efficiency in domestic frei
West Asia Conflict Disrupts Indian MSME Exports After 100 Days
After 100 days of escalating conflict in West Asia, Indian logistics networks and small-to-medium enterprise exporters face unprecedented supply chain disruption. The geopolitical instability, particu
Transhipment surge strains India's largest container terminal
India's Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) is experiencing significant congestion at its largest container terminal driven by a surge in transhipment activity. This influx reflects broader regiona
JNPA Grants 50% Ground Rent Relief Amid Truck Shortages
Nhava Port Authority (JNPA) has intervened in a significant operational bottleneck by granting a 50% waiver on ground rent charges for import containers delayed due to truck shortages and yard congest
India's Largest Automated Container Yard Coming to JN Port
RSA Global is undertaking a major infrastructure development project to construct India's largest automated empty container yard at Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JN Port) in Mumbai, with a capital investment
India's Logistics Costs Hit Single Digits: Focus Shifts to Speed
India's Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) Logistics Division, through Rajesh Menon, has signaled a strategic pivot in the country's logistics landscape. With logistics co
India Pushes Deregulated Freight Rates to Cut Logistics Costs
India's Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal has publicly advocated for deregulated freight rates, signaling strong government backing for removing price controls in the transportation sector. This policy s
India Advances Port Liquid Cargo Handling Capacity
Indian ports are modernizing their liquid cargo handling infrastructure to accommodate growing volumes of crude oil, petroleum products, chemicals, and liquefied gases. These facility enhancements rep
DTDC Launches 10-Minute Self-Onboarding for MSME Shippers
DTDC, a major Indian logistics provider, has launched a self-onboarding platform designed to dramatically reduce the friction for small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) and direct-to-consumer (D2C) busi
Express Global Logistics Transports ODC Columns in India
Express Global Logistics has undertaken the transportation of oversized dimensional cargo (ODC) columns within India, demonstrating the specialized capabilities required for heavy infrastructure proje
Delhi Launches Logistics & Warehousing Policy 2025
Delhi is set to introduce a new Logistics and Warehousing Policy in 2025 aimed at addressing two critical urban challenges: transportation congestion and air pollution. This policy represents a struct
Dynamic Cables Adopts Real-Time Freight Tracking Platform
Dynamic Cables has implemented Traqo's real-time tracking platform to digitize its freight monitoring operations, representing a targeted technology adoption within the cable manufacturing and distrib
DTDC EDOT: MSMEs Ship in 10 Minutes with New Platform
DTDC, a major Indian logistics provider, has introduced EDOT (likely standing for an expedited digital onboarding tool), a platform designed to dramatically reduce the time required for micro, small,
BonV's Air Hans: Drone Revolution Transforms India's Last-Mile
BonV's introduction of 'Air Hans' marks a significant pivot toward drone-based last-mile delivery in India, positioning autonomous aerial platforms as a viable solution to the country's fragmented urb
Warehousing Emerges as Critical Strategic Hub in Modern Supply Chains
Warehousing in India is undergoing a fundamental transformation from a purely transactional storage function into a strategic operational hub that drives supply chain competitiveness. This shift refle