Messe Stuttgart India Partners with Startup India for LogiMAT India 2025
India’s logistics sector is set to reach $357.3 billion by 2030, but a sharp decline in funding is raising concerns. A McKinsey & Company report highlights a steep fall in venture capital investment, which plunged from $25.6 billion in 2021 to just $2.9 billion in 2023—the lowest since 2015. This nearly 90% drop is linked to high interest rates, a global shipping slowdown, and oversupply in cargo carriers driving down freight rates.
To revive investor confidence, Messe Stuttgart India has partnered with Startup India to support logistics startups through LogiMAT India 2025. This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency and position India among the top 25 countries in the Logistics Performance Index by 2030.
Aligned with Viksit Bharat 2047, the PM Gati Shakti initiative and National Logistics Policy are driving a shift towards an integrated, multimodal transport system, paving the way for a more efficient and globally competitive logistics sector.
Aditya Gupta, Interim CEO, Messe Stuttgart India says, "As the nation is undergoing economic advancement, the logistics industry stands out as a key driver of India's growth trajectory. With dedicated government initiatives, schemes, robust demand, increasing manufacturing activities, and sustained investments, the future of our logistics sector looks promising. To further drive growth, strengthen the sector and build on LogiMAT India’s last year’s success, we are proud to continue our partnership with Startup India. Through this collaboration, we continue to showcase innovators from across the country at the Startup Pavilion in LogiMAT India 2025, providing them with a valuable platform to connect with the fast-evolving Indian logistics and supply chain market.”
As a satellite event of LogiMAT Stuttgart, this International Trade Fair for Intralogistics Solutions, Transportation & Process Management is a dynamic hub for innovation, investment, and industry expertise. With the Startup Pavilion from February 13th to 15th, 2025, LogiMAT India 2025 at the Bombay Exhibition Centre in Mumbai will provide an excellent platform for startups looking to establish themselves in the logistics sector. This event will foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing, empowering emerging businesses to thrive in a competitive landscape.
Through the Startup Pavilion, LogiMAT India 2025 will serve as a launchpad for startups. This pavilion will showcase innovations across various sectors, including Automation, Robotics, IoT, Industry 4.0, Warehouse and Production Control, Information and Communication Technology, Labelling and Identification, Last-Mile Delivery, Express Logistics, Urban Logistics Solutions, Autonomous Vehicles, and Drones.
Fostering growth and collaboration, LogiMAT India 2025 offers start-ups access to global expertise and insights through its partnership with Startup India. The event is a dedicated networking platform, connecting participants with peers, partners, and potential investors. LogiMAT India 2025 will play a key role in boosting emerging startups in the logistics arena.
