Elevating India's supply chain hub

Neeraj Bajaj, Head – Warehousing & Distribution, CJ Darcl Logistics Ltd discusses strategies shaping global logistics

How do you view the current trends in logistics and warehousing market in India?

The Indian logistics industry is embarking on a journey with remarkable growth in this ever-evolving sphere of global logistics. Some of the booming trends in the logistics and warehousing sector are drone delivery, autonomous vehicles, digital transformation, warehouse automation, sustainable practices, and the rise of e-commerce along with last-mile delivery. The sector is on the path of keeping up with the Logistics 5.0 trends that involve the coalescence of human skills with digitalization. Digitalization is playing a crucial role in the transformation of the logistics and the warehousing sector, warehouse automation, companies are deploying robots like AGVs (Automated Guided Vehicles) and AMRs (Automated Mobile Robots). WMS (Warehouse Management System) has become an essential part of the logistics business. When we talk about current trends in reduce theft, and streamline electronic documentation, reducing errors and saving time. Furthermore, the increasing demand for green logistics has led the Indian logistics sector to adopt more sustainable practices. Government initiatives such as NLP, NIP, PM Gati Shakti promote multimodal connectivity, smart and sustainable warehousing, prioritization of electric vehicles and alternative fuels, and integration of AI-driven tools to optimize routes and reduce carbon emissions. These efforts contribute to a greener future while achieving cost savings and enhancing overall efficiency in logistics operations.