Logistics

Indian Railways has partnered with ROQIT, a technology solutions provider, to introduce an artificial intelligence–powered logistics platform aimed at modernizing the country’s freight ecosystem. The initiative is designed to streamline cargo movement, improve operational transparency, and reduce inefficiencies that have long burdened India’s transport sector. By integrating advanced analytics, predictive modeling, and real-time tracking, the platform is expected to enhance decision-making for both operators and customers.

Rajasthan is preparing to strengthen its position as a logistics and industrial hub with the development of a major inland port in Jalore. The project, designed to expand freight capacity and improve multimodal connectivity, is expected to accelerate regional trade and support the state’s long-term economic ambitions. By linking Jalore directly with key railway corridors and industrial zones, the port aims to reduce transportation costs, streamline cargo movement, and open new opportunities for exporters and manufacturing units.

In a groundbreaking display of artificial intelligence and emergency logistics, an AI-operated ferry system successfully transported stranded passengers from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia, to Delhi, India, amid severe disruptions in conventional travel routes. The operation, executed through an advanced coordination of AI-driven transport networks, demonstrated how machine intelligence can play a critical role in managing cross-border humanitarian and logistical challenges.

Shadowfax Technologies, one of India’s leading logistics and delivery service providers, has filed preliminary papers with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for an initial public offering (IPO) comprising a fresh issue worth Rs. 2,000 crore. The Bengaluru-based startup aims to utilize the proceeds to enhance its technology infrastructure, expand operational capacity, and strengthen last-mile delivery capabilities. The IPO filing comes at a time when India’s logistics sector is witnessing rapid digitization and heightened investor interest.

The Dedicated Freight Corridor Corporation of India Ltd. (DFCCIL) has recorded an impressive 48% increase in freight train operations, underscoring the growing efficiency and capacity of India’s dedicated freight network. The surge reflects the corporation’s ongoing efforts to modernize rail logistics and decongest traditional passenger routes, enhancing the overall speed and reliability of goods movement.

In a major boost to regional trade, logistics, and infrastructure development, the Odisha government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with a central public sector enterprise to develop, operate, and manage key waterways across the state. The initiative aims to transform Odisha into a critical inland and coastal transport hub, enhancing connectivity between industrial zones, ports, and hinterlands.

In a major leadership move aimed at accelerating its global growth trajectory, Allcargo Group, one of India’s leading logistics and supply chain companies, has appointed Punit Misra as its President. Misra, a seasoned business leader with extensive experience in managing large-scale organizations, is expected to play a pivotal role in strengthening Allcargo’s strategic direction, driving innovation, and expanding the company’s presence across international markets.

Adani Group has emerged as the leading foreign investor in Sri Lanka by securing a key stake in the Colombo International Container Terminal (CICT), reinforcing its presence in the South Asian logistics sector. The investment, part of a broader strategy to expand regional port and infrastructure assets, underscores Sri Lanka’s growing attractiveness for foreign direct investment (FDI) in strategic sectors. Analysts note that Adani’s move is expected to boost port capacity, operational efficiency, and trade facilitation, while enhancing bilateral economic ties.

Celcius Logistics has partnered with Switch Mobility to deploy electric refrigerated trucks (e-reefers), signaling a strategic move toward sustainable and cost-efficient cold chain logistics in India. The initiative aims to reduce carbon emissions, optimize energy usage, and enhance last-mile delivery efficiency for perishable goods. Analysts note that adoption of e-reefer technology aligns with broader trends in green logistics, urban freight electrification, and regulatory incentives for clean mobility.

Infrastructure investment trust NDR InvIT has acquired MLG Warehousing’s logistics facility in Lucknow, further strengthening its position in India’s fast-growing warehousing and logistics sector. The move underscores NDR InvIT’s strategy to expand its footprint across key logistics hubs and capitalize on the surge in demand for organized storage infrastructure driven by e-commerce, manufacturing, and third-party logistics (3PL) players. The acquisition aligns with the trust’s focus on building a diversified, income-generating portfolio of high-quality assets that deliver stable returns.