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Hyperlocal Is The Way To Go For​​​​​​​ Logistics

Hyperlocal logistics is about getting a product in 24 hours, 4 hours or 45 minutes, to smaller towns where the majority business of e-commerce is generated. While many hyperlocal logistics firms failed since 2014, there are many innovative ones that are redefining how business is done in the segment with the back-up of technologies driven by machine learning, predictive analytics and artificial intelligence.

AISATS Eyes To Increase Footprint To Other Indian Airports

 AISATS is a 50:50 ground handling joint venture between air india and singapore airport terminal services. Mike Chew, Ceo, AISAT, talks about the dynamic growth of  AISAT, the technological innovations, domestic and international growth, its proficient infrastructure to handle cargo, and other recent initiatives.

The Logic Of Incoterms

Incoterms are a set of rules which define the responsibilities of sellers and buyers for the delivery of goods under sales contracts. first published by the ICC in 1936, the Incoterms rules are revised from time to time. the latest revision came into force in January 2011, replacing the version published in 2000. Sabyasachi Mukherjee explains the terms and put them in the context of current global trade and commerce.

CSIA Mumbai Receives Three-Year Renewal Of ACI's Level 3+ Neutrality

GVK Mumbai International Airport Limited (MIAL), the company that administers the Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (CSIA) has become the only airport in the country and second globally, to achieve a three-year extension of ACI’s Airport Carbon Accreditation (ACA) ‘Level 3+ Neutrality’ certification.

Sewing Services To The Needs Of Fast Fashion

Whether it is getting the latest top secret collections delivered safely and securely to the ramp or responding to the ‘need it now’ approach of e-commerce customers or exporting high end fashion apparels out of the country, logistics players are well aware of the demands and are tailoring their services as per client's expectations.

Automotive Logistics At The Cusp Of Transformation

The Indian automotive supply chain is about to enter a dramatic phase with the regulatory demand of Bsvi engines by 2020 and mission electric by 2030. the industry is facing new logistics trends, automation and on-time delivery demand amidst lower inventory models, while infrastructure support is undergoing a sea change.

Exploring Full Potential Of Coastal And Inland Shipping

With India's road and rail infrastructure in most high-traffic areas running at full capacity, transportation through coastal and inland waterways could be a viable solution to ease the load. the challenging part is to persuade the industry to accept the massive modal shift.

Multimodal Logistics Ready To Roll

The economic growth in India has increased the demand for practically all transport services and further underlines the importance of efficient multimodal logistics infrastructure. the government has embarked on an ambitious plan to build its multimodal logistics infrastructure which is set to transform the country’s logistics landscape.

The Huge Untapped Potential In Coastal Shipping

Placing his bet on the coastal shipping for being the most economical and clean mode of transportation, avi Dutt highlights the untapped opportunities and the current challenges in india’s maritime ecosystem.

Innovation & Digitisation Vital For Supply Chain

Industry leaders shared best practices for an agile supply chain and related trends

Maersk Line Starts Service From Ennore

Aiming to improve its service offering and optimise its Indian Network, Maersk recently started its services from Kamarajar/Ennore port, located fifteen miles north of Chennai, India.

GST India's New “Tryst With Destiny”

India woke up to a well publicised roll out of Goods and Services Tax (GST) on July 1. GST proposes to make ‘one India and one tax’. We look at India’s transport and logistics sector’s tryst with this ‘good and simple tax’.

Cochin Port Emerging As Major Transshipment Hub

The maritime gateway to peninsular India, Cochin Port is one of the major ports in the south coast of India. Cochin ports in the south coast of India.

Review: SmartCards Expo

SmartCards Expo showcases the world of smart technologies for identification, security and digital payments.

Delivered Trends Tenacity Takeovers

India’s Logistics sector braces for its next big chapter, with the help of government reforms and integration of technology this highly fragmented sector looks beyond its traditional distribution-oriented approach allowing it to be a truly holistic entity.

Cargo Getting A Top Priority At IndiGo

IndiGo is India’s largest passenger airline with a market share of 43.4 percent as of February, 2019. Since its inception in August 2006, it has grown from a carrier with one plane to a fleet of 216 aircraft today. It currently operates flights to 68 destinations – 52 domestic and 16 international. The carrier has been making significant turnaround in performance in the recent past on account of it benefitting hugely from the domestic market ant its international operations are getting favourable tailwinds. The cargo side of IndiGo has also been growing at a steady pace, though not as good as the passenger side, the carrier is focusing on optimising its substantial belly capacity to increase revenue from cargo. William Boulter, chief commercial officer, IndiGo, spoke to Reji John on the sidelines of IATA World Cargo Symposium in Singapore, recently about how IndiGo is building its cargo strategies and how important is cargo to the overall business of IndiGo. Edited excerpts from the interview.

Minimising Monopoly Of Shipping Companies Can Be A Win-Win For Exporters

The grounding of Jet Airways has not only transformed the story of air cargo exporters’ but also of the ocean shippers, who have been hit by the price hike. In an interaction with Shalini Nair, Anand Sejwal, MD & chairman of Bombay Exports, explains why the government needs to be more proactive in implementing the National Agriculture Export Policy and how cluster developments can enhance the production quality.

Additional Value At An Attractive Price For The Indian Market

India is at an evolving stage of contract logistics and companies here are pursuing shippers to experience the best in supply chain practices. Founded in 2016, Stellar Value Chain Solutions has a warehousing space of 4.5 million square feet across 30 cities in India. Sharon Thomas, CEO Contract Logistics speaks to Shalini Nair on how India offers umpteen opportunities, how technology aids in speed to the market and customer, and what business practices can make a company successful.

Logistics Sector On The Path To Transformation In 2019

India’s logistics sector is going through a never seen transformation supported by regulatory reforms and structural changes. Anshuman Magazine writes on tailwinds that is accelerating the pace of growth for India’s logistics industry.