Strengthening Supply Chain

Global trade is being reshaped by shifting geopolitics, climate change, and a new wave of AI and automation. In response to rising risks in an increasingly fragmented world, three-quarters of businesses worldwide are mitigating vulnerabilities by diversifying their supply chains and engaging with more—rather than fewer—suppliers.

Research unveiled by Economist Impact and DP World at the World Economic Forum highlights this strategic pivot, driven by geopolitical uncertainty which is likely to grow with the ‘America first’ policies of the new administration in the United States.

The fifth annual Trade in Transition study surveyed over 3,500 supply chain executives across the world. The findings reveal firms are being forced to adapt at speed to rising protectionism and shifting geopolitical alliances.

Countries perceived to be non-aligned, such as Vietnam, Mexico, India, the UAE or Brazil, are emerging as vital trade hubs. A significant 71% of executives agree these countries mitigate trade risks, while 69% view them as critical for addressing gaps created by global conflicts.

Around 40% of firms are increasing their US-based sourcing and a further 32% are adopting dual supply chains to mitigate against geopolitical risks. Friendshoring—relocating supply chains to politically aligned countries—complements these strategies, with about 34% of businesses pursuing this approach to navigate tensions between global powers.

Economic challenges remain a priority, with 33% of executives citing prolonged inflation and high interest rates as chief concerns. By leveraging neutral hubs, diversifying suppliers and adopting advanced technologies like AI, businesses are better positioned to navigate this era of economic and geopolitical complexity.

DP World Group Chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, said: “Global trade today is more complex than ever, demanding agility, resilience, and innovation. At DP World, we empower businesses with the global infrastructure, local expertise, and advanced technology needed to thrive in this evolving landscape across fragmented markets.”

John Ferguson, Global Lead, New Globalisation, Economist Impact, added: “In 2025 and the foreseeable future, global trade will be shaped by three forces: shifting geopolitics, climate change, and a new wave of AI and automation. Yet, businesses are not retreating from international trade but are stepping up to the challenge. Firms that stay agile and cost-efficient will have the edge. Firms that also combine risk management with AI experimentation and openness will be best placed to win in this new chapter of globalisation.”

As India expands its logistics network, logistics companies in India are investing in developing a more skilled workforce, setting up new warehousing facilities, and are leveraging technologies like AI to strengthen their supply chain resilience. This story highlights their aim to streamline workflows, improve decision-making, enhance service reliability, and provide a transparent and efficient customer experience.

“Our state-of-the-art software ensures that clients have access to up-to-date, accurate information, making container tracking and shipment monitoring continuous activities.”
Darshan Ghodawat, CEO and Managing Director, AVA Global Logistics

With over two decades of experience in the logistics sector, the company continues to deliver seamless and reliable services—including air cargo, ocean freight, warehousing, customs clearance, chartering, and transportation—through enhanced operational efficiency, the integration of cutting-edge technology, and tailored solutions that meet diverse client needs.

Strengthening Supply Chain Resilience with Technology

Our state-of-the-art software ensures continuous container tracking and shipment monitoring, providing clients with up-to-date and accurate information around the clock. Real-time tracking, personalized logistics solutions, and the integration of automation, artificial intelligence, and data analytics into our operations have enabled us to proactively address supply chain disruptions, reduce delays, and ensure seamless cargo movement. This approach has helped us streamline workflows, improve decision-making, enhance service reliability, and remain committed to providing a transparent and efficient customer experience.

We are focused on strengthening our surface transportation capabilities and integrating advanced technologies. By expanding our network reach and optimizing transportation efficiency, the company aims to support businesses with flexible and scalable logistics solutions.

Navigating a Dynamic Logistics Landscape

Our business model prioritizes resilience, adaptability, and risk management. The company continuously develops bespoke solutions to address the challenges posed by changing regulations, market demands, and geopolitical influences affecting supply chain stability. These solutions support businesses engaged in both domestic and international logistics, ensuring that clients—regardless of their industry—benefit from reliable, cost-effective, and timely delivery services.

Our team of experienced logistics professionals, with their ability to anticipate market shifts and implement proactive solutions, has enabled the company to stay ahead of the curve.

Through technological advancements, investment in long-term industry trends, embracing change, and delivering customer-centric solutions, we are committed to providing seamless, efficient, and future-ready logistics services.

“With a skilled workforce, AI-driven innovations, and new warehousing facilities equipped with advanced inventory management systems, we are enhancing our ability to manage complex logistics networks and deliver superior outcomes for our customers.”
Lancy Barboza, Managing Director, Flomic Global Logistics

The logistics industry is undergoing rapid transformation, shaped by technological advancements, shifting global trade dynamics, and evolving customer expectations. Flomic Global Logistics is responding to these changes with a clear focus on digital innovation, infrastructure expansion, and workforce development.

AI-Driven Logistics for Operational Efficiency

The company is investing in AI-powered logistics solutions that help streamline supply chain management, reduce inefficiencies, and enhance visibility across transport networks—leading to reduced transit times, lower costs, and improved overall efficiency.

Real-time data analytics is another focus area. We are implementing predictive analytics to forecast demand, manage inventory more effectively, and improve decision-making in freight movement. The integration of AI in logistics is not just about automation, but also about making operations more responsive to changing market conditions. By leveraging machine learning algorithms, we are enhancing our ability to manage complex logistics networks and deliver better outcomes for customers.

Scaling Up Warehousing and Infrastructure

The demand for warehousing solutions in India is growing, driven by e-commerce, manufacturing, and international trade. The company is developing new warehousing facilities equipped with advanced inventory management systems, ensuring better handling of goods and faster turnaround times. These facilities, focused on strategic locations that improve supply chain connectivity, cater to industries ranging from retail to pharmaceuticals—supporting businesses with scalable storage solutions.

By strengthening logistics infrastructure, including improvements in transportation networks and last-mile delivery services, we are enhancing our ability to serve domestic and international markets more efficiently.

Workforce Expansion

We are building a team that can adapt to industry shifts, drive innovation, and maintain high service standards. Hiring efforts are focused on bringing in logistics experts, data analysts, and supply chain professionals across operations, technology, and customer service.

Upskilling initiatives are in place to ensure employees are equipped with the latest industry knowledge and technological expertise.

Risk Management

Global trade is subject to uncertainties, ranging from geopolitical tensions and trade policy changes to climate-related disruptions.

We have real-time risk assessment models in place to identify potential disruptions in supply chains. AI-driven cybersecurity measures are also implemented to protect digital logistics systems from cyber threats.

Contingency planning is a key component, ensuring preparedness for disruptions caused by geopolitical events, trade policy changes, or natural disasters. These measures help maintain smooth logistics operations and minimize risks for customers. By leveraging technology, strengthening its logistics network, and investing in talent, the company is adapting to industry changes while staying competitive.

“The company is addressing empty container repositioning by digitally matching available export bookings with empty containers in real time. This ensures that, instead of being returned empty, containers are reused for export shipments—significantly improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness.”
Dhruv Taneja, Founder, MatchLog Solutions

Majority of the containers in India that transport goods inland return empty, leading to higher operational costs, increased fuel consumption, congestion, and unnecessary emissions. This is an industry-wide challenge that demands a systemic shift towards efficiency, optimization, and sustainability.

Solving one of logistics’ biggest inefficiencies

For decades, logistics providers have struggled with the challenge of empty container repositioning—a problem that drives up business costs and negatively impacts the environment. On average, an import container takes 34 days to complete a full import-export cycle, leading to poor fleet utilization, higher expenses, and logistical bottlenecks.

We are addressing this issue by digitally matching empty containers with available export bookings in real time. This approach, known as container triangulation, ensures that instead of returning empty, containers are reused for export shipments—significantly improving efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

This has led to tangible benefits:

• A 40% reduction in unnecessary container movements
• A decrease in turnaround time from 34 days to just 4 days
• Fuel savings of up to 500 million litres annually
• A projected reduction of 800,000 metric tonnes of CO2 emissions per year

By eliminating redundant container repositioning, MatchLog has enabled shipping lines, freight forwarders, and transporters to save millions in logistics costs while reducing their carbon footprint.

Scaling for the future

To stay ahead in an evolving market, the company is focusing on three key areas to drive growth:

Technology-first logistics operations

We are strengthening AI-powered container matching algorithms, ensuring that import and export demand is mapped in real-time for maximum efficiency. Our Digital Transport Management System (TMS) is helping shipping lines, freight forwarders, and transporters gain real-time tracking, automated documentation, and predictive demand forecasting—all critical for supply chain resilience.

Expansion beyond core markets

The company is expanding its presence beyond India’s western ports, with a strong push towards eastern markets like Chennai. We are also targeting Southeast Asia, collaborating with logistics players in Singapore, Thailand, and Indonesia. With these expansion plans, we aim to handle over 2 million container movements annually, scaling its impact across new geographies.

Sustainability as a core business metric

The company is integrating carbon credit monetization into its platform, allowing clients to track, report, and reduce emissions across their supply chain. As regulations around carbon neutrality and green logistics tighten globally, our technology is positioned to help businesses align with sustainability mandates while achieving cost efficiencies.

The future of logistics

As supply chain complexities increase, companies that prioritize technology-driven logistics, cost-efficient transportation, and sustainability will lead the industry forward. The ability to digitally optimize container movements, expand into high-growth regions, and integrate AI into supply chain planning will define the next phase of logistics innovation.

Our focus remains clear—scaling a smarter, greener, and more resilient logistics network that benefits businesses, transporters, and the environment alike. With a tech-enabled, asset-light model, the company is well on track to transform container logistics and drive sustainable growth at scale.

“With a legacy of 29 years, the company has evolved from a traditional logistics provider into a technology-driven, end-to-end supply chain solutions expert, setting new benchmarks in the industry."
Rajesh M Mudaliar, Chief Business Officer, Ritco Logistics Limited

Nationwide Infrastructure and Operational Excellence

Ritco Logistics operates through more than 60 branches, serving over 300 locations, supported by a modern fleet of 850+ owned vehicles. Additionally, we leverage the services of TrucksUp, an innovative digital vehicle aggregator platform that has successfully empanelled over 200,000 vehicles, in which the company has also made a strategic investment.

Our infrastructure is not just about numbers — it is about building a seamless network that delivers reliability and efficiency. With 4.5 lakh square feet of warehousing space, strategic partnerships with Indian Railways and CONCOR, and robust digital integration capabilities, we offer truly comprehensive logistics solutions.

With a workforce of over 1,500 skilled professionals and a strong focus on continuous learning and development, their expertise — combined with our digital capabilities and infrastructure — enables us to deliver exceptional service across all segments.

Our digital initiatives have significantly enhanced operational efficiency while providing unprecedented visibility and control to our customers. The company’s digital transformation journey is marked by significant investments in technology, including:

• The TrucksUp platform for efficient vehicle aggregation
• Cashless transaction systems
• Real-time tracking and monitoring solutions
• Integrated warehouse management systems

With a robust infrastructure, advanced digital capabilities, and a dedicated team, we are well-positioned to meet the evolving needs of India’s logistics sector.

Future Growth Strategy

Ritco Logistics is focused on expanding its warehousing infrastructure, enhancing digital capabilities, strengthening multimodal transportation networks, developing sustainable logistics solutions, and broadening service offerings in emerging sectors.

We are actively implementing eco-friendly practices across operations and helping clients achieve their sustainability goals through optimized logistics solutions. This includes investing in cleaner technologies, optimizing routes, and reducing waste across all processes.

“Our investment in next-generation EVs to meet the demand for eco-friendly logistics, along with advanced refrigerated EVs for the cold chain industry, positions us well for future growth in the electric mobility space.”
Aditya Singh Ratnu, CEO and Co-Founder, ZEVO

Next-generation EVs for Zero-emission operations

We are investing in next-generation EVs with enhanced range and load capacities to meet the rising demand for eco-friendly logistics, while expanding our presence across cities pan-India. Collaborations with leading EV OEMs and battery technology providers are enabling us to optimize vehicle performance and efficiency, ensuring a seamless transition into a high-demand, low-emission future.

A critical component of our growth strategy is the expansion of charging and energy infrastructure. We are actively working to increase the number of charging stations through strategic partnerships with industry-leading renewable energy providers.

Recognizing the growing need for temperature-controlled logistics, we are also investing in advanced refrigerated EVs to serve industries such as pharmaceuticals, food, and e-commerce. This includes pioneering refrigerated deliveries in India, capable of maintaining temperatures as low as -30 degrees Celsius and covering distances of up to 200 km—promoting zero-emission operations and delivering substantial environmental benefits.

Leveraging technology to optimize fleet management

The integration of IoT-enabled tracking systems also allows real-time monitoring of our vehicles, ensuring optimal maintenance during transit. Further collaborations with FMCG and healthcare companies will strengthen ZEVO’s supply chain resilience, enabling us to meet the growing demand for cold chain logistics without compromising on sustainability goals.

We are harnessing AI and IoT to optimize fleet management, improve delivery schedules, and minimize disruptions. We have also introduced the ZEVO Rental App, which offers a comprehensive EV rental experience tailored for both general consumers and gig workers, promoting eco-friendly transportation and sustainability. We are also developing new interstate and intercity routes to address mid-mile logistics requirements and cover extensive corridors, making EV adoption viable for a broader range of businesses and industries.