Logistics: The Cornerstone of Economic Progress
As India surges ahead in becoming a US$ 5 trillion economy, the Indian logistics sector is at the forefront of various drivers enabling these aspirations. Post the announcement of NLP, India’s logistics infrastructure has shown steady growth. The
Towards a Strong Logistics & Warehousing Ecosystem
The policy reform initiatives like PM Gati Shakti Programme to boost road and rail freight and Atmanirbhar Bharat Programme to provide impetus to manufacturing, are contributing to the promising growth of the Logistics sector. The National
Digitalization: The Key to Unlocking Transparency and Visibility in Logistics Operations
The increase in supply chain complexities has led to the need for greater transparency and visibility in logistics operations so that stakeholders get real-time access and accurate and relevant information about on-ground operations, and thereby
GPS Revolutionising Logistics Industry
GPS technology is allowing businesses to optimise their routes, reduce fuel consumption, and improve operational efficiency. Governments worldwide have been implementing policies to regulate use of GPS technology in the logistics industry
Sea Freight Forwarders Embracing Technology to Bring Efficiency
From handling all logistics movements to offering quick and free documentation, Logistics companies are leaving no stones unturned to provide efficient, reliable, and cost-effective services to customers by upgrading to the latest technologies
Antarctic Voyage Echoes History
Antarctica New Zealand and Leighs Construction are joining forces with global logistics companies BigLift Shipping and Mammoet to transport Aotearoa’s new home 3720km across the Southern Ocean. The countdown is on! The specialist ship that will
PESADO Transport delivers gas compressor to the Miguel Hidalgo Refinery in Tula with the help of Goldhofer’s heavy-duty modules
430 km was the distance to be covered by the experienced team of PESADO Transport with their 16 axle Goldhofer THP/SL heavy-duty combination to deliver a 218 t gas compressor from the port in Veracruz to the Miguel Hidalgo refinery in Tula. The refinery
India's Warehousing Market - Promising Growth & Transformation
A report titled “Warehousing & Logistics Sector in India: A Brief Analysis” released by Vestian, an occupier-focused workplace solutions firm, in association with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, evaluates the various market
Logistics and Transportation in 2023
Various factors will contribute to the success of India’s logistics and transportation, including last-mile delivery, the sector's contribution to the Indian economy, and accelerated technology adoption. The Indian logistics sector, which accounts for 14.4% of the
Route Optimisation for Indian Trucking Community
Advanced technology-driven logistics platforms are increasingly employing sophisticated algorithms and artificial intelligence for route optimisation for the benefit of truckers. Logistics is a cost and resource intensive industry. With rising fuel prices, shortage
How India's Logistics Industry is Adapting to the Digital Revolution
The logistics and warehousing industry in India is rapidly adopting automation solutions to enhance operational speed, efficiency and reduce costs. This growing trend is largely driven by the increasing number of logistics and warehousing companies in India
Pramod Kumar Srivastava - The PDP Group
The biggest factor driving demand for automated solutions is the customer’s expectation of receiving complete integrated logistics solutions from a single vendor. In the highly competitive and fragmented Indian logistics sector, operational efficiency
Imthiaz - Raaho
Automation helps improve efficiency in the logistics sector by reducing errors, improving tracking and monitoring, and speeding up processes. This is particularly important in a market where there is intense competition and a need to keep costs low
Dhaval Thanki - LogiNext
The implementation of automation in logistics enhances operational efficiency by focusing on capacity utilization and reducing unnecessary trips and kilometers required to move goods to their intended destinations. These efforts not only reduce fuel
Zaiba Sarang - iThink Logistics
The primary goal of automation is to make human tasks easier rather than completely replace them, as there is no comparison between AI intelligence and the human brain.There are several factors driving automation in the logistics sector in India, but the
Goldhofer PST/SL-E 8 heavy duty module in action for Kiel Canal Waterways and Shipping Authority
Ferries themselves have to be transported at regular intervals. This was recently the case for the Kiel Canal Waterways and Shipping Authority at the Yard in Rendsburg, where a new procedure was implemented for the first time as a faster and more practicable
Sinotrans moves 7,500-ton hotel: sets record for world's heaviest building transport using SCHEUERLE SPMT
Chinese heavy goods logistics company Sinotrans Heavy-Lift Logistics Co., a subsidiary of the largest Chinese logistics company Sinotrans, has moved a 7,500-ton hotel in the city of Sanya in the Hainan province using SCHEUERLE SPMTs. According to Sinotrans
JSA Commences Basrah Refinery Upgrading Project Shipments for JGC Corporation
The Jumbo-SAL-Alliance (JSA) has commenced its scope of work in the Basrah Refinery Upgrading Project for JGC Corporation. It is one of the largest projects ever undertaken by the Alliance. The Jumbo Javelin loaded the first of 19 transports at Dahej
CJ Darcl Logistics ties up with Netradyne Technology to ensure zero accidents of its trucks
In a bid to ensure full utilization of its trucking fleet, logistics service provider CJ Darcl Logistics Limited has tied up with Netradyne Technology, which will provide onboard camera fitments on Darcl trucks. The cameras will capture the driver’s driving
Is India’s Logistics Future Ready?
The National Logistics Policy (NLP) aims to build a tech-led logistics ecosystem in India and create data-driven tools that help create a better logistics environment. The logistics sector in the country is largely unorganized and fragmented, resulting
Outlook for Road Logistics Sector Remains Stable: ICRA
Favourable demand sentiments continue to drive growth momentum for the road logistics sector. Following a healthy growth in FY2022, the accelerated pace of business activities is expected to continue to support the Indian road logistics sector’s growth
2023 to be the Year of Democratisation of Warehousing in India
As we look forward to 2023, the warehousing sector is poised to follow a steep growth curve, attracting significant investments from across the globe, and democratising the sector by increasing the involvement of small developers, landowners, and expansion
Sheroes of the Logistics Industry
Navigating the Road to Gender Diversity and Inclusion. The logistics industry is experiencing a change towards increased representation of women, as technology and societal changes open up new opportunities for them. Advances in technology have made
Shantha Martin, CEO - Global Freight Forwarding NTC Logistics India (P) Limited
The logistics and supply chain industry, which is embracing gender diversity, offers diverse professional and technological opportunities for women, with government initiatives aimed at providing equal opportunities and empowering women in
Chaitaly Mehta, Director - EKF GLOBAL Logistics Pvt Ltd
The logistics industry is evolving with new technologies, market trends, and customer demands, and is becoming more inclusive and welcoming to diverse perspectives and skill sets, particularly in the participation and representation of women. According to
Kruti Jobanputra, Director - JW Ventures
The Indian government has taken significant steps to improve the working conditions for women in the logistics industry, with a focus on sanitation and safety. We hope that this effort will also change the discriminatory mindset at the grassroot level
Mahima Agarwal, President HR - CJ Darcl Logistics
At CJ Darcl, we have implemented various initiatives to promote a safe and inclusive environment for women in the logistics industry, including Code of Conduct training and POSH awareness program. We are also committed to expanding job opportunities for
Shweta Singh, Regional Head - Freight Wings
I firmly believe that our mindset plays a crucial role in achieving success. The idea that "believe in yourself" holds true, as gender-based equation never becomes a roadblock for a go-getter. As I traveled and worked in various countries in the APAC
Sanjna Vardhan, GM, International Business - Procam Group
The logistics industry is becoming more inclusive, with automation, e-commerce and technological advancements breaking barriers and creating opportunities for women, while organizations are working towards generating awareness and empowering women
Ruchita Apte, Head of Finance - KSH Logistics
Increased police patrolling in warehousing and industrial areas, and an increased presence of female staff in police stations can help create a more secure and welcoming environment for women in the industry. The logistics and supply chain industry has
