Indian Transport & Logistics News

CEVA Logistics has launched a secure maritime transport service designed specifically to ship used EV batteries from island territories back to continental Europe for recycling. Operational as of March 2026, …

Hapag-Lloyd is currently absorbing an additional $40 to $50 million in costs every week, while six of its vessels are stuck in the Persian Gulf due to the conflict in …

The Ministry of Commerce & Industry has approved the Resilience & Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation (RELIEF) scheme, a time-bound initiative aimed at addressing severe logistics constraints and rising freight …

The world’s fifth-largest container shipping company, Hapag-Lloyd and the Government of India have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to deepen maritime cooperation, and the German firm committed to invest …

Scan Global Logistics has executed a dedicated air charter operation to transport temperature-sensitive pharmaceutical cargo from Mumbai to Lagos, ensuring compliance and cold chain integrity amid regulatory delays. The shipment …

On 12 March 2026, IKEA launched its first city store in Pune—a 32,000 sq. ft. outlet at Phoenix Mall, Viman Nagar featuring over 1,900 curated products, digital planning tools and …

AirCairo has widened its partnership with Aeroprime Group by appointing it as the exclusive Cargo General Sales and Service Agent (GSSA) for India and the United Arab Emirates (UAE), reinforcing …

Air freight rates from India surged sharply last week, rising by around 30 percent week-on-week on routes to both Europe and the United States, as disruptions linked to the Middle …

Kale Logistics (Kale), a digital trade facilitation SaaS products, has announced a partnership with global technology consulting firm Tech Mahindra. The collaboration aims to drive large-scale digital transformation across the …

In this exclusive interview recorded at Air Cargo & Transport Logistics India 2026 in Mumbai, Nikitha Sebastian of STAT Publishing Group speaks with Amar More, Co-founder and CEO of Kale …

At Air Cargo India 2026 in Mumbai, this panel discussuion brought together airlines, freight forwarders, and shippers to answer a complex question: what does it really take to move high-value, …

ElasticRun has expanded its distributed fulfilment network by adding four large fulfilment centres across Bengaluru, Delhi NCR, Mumbai and Kolkata, increasing capacity by nearly 2 lakh sq. ft. to help …

We often order things online, move items for events as grand as an ICC Cricket World Cup or a Formula 1 race, or ship cars and furniture across borders, assuming …

The Department of Posts launches 24 Speed Post (documents and letters), 24 Speed Post Parcel (heavier parcels up to 5 kg) and 48 Speed Post as the premium services, boosting …

DP World’s Mundra International Container Terminal (MICT) handled nearly 1.5 million TEUs in Calendar Year 2025, marking a 13.6% increase in throughput and reinforcing its role as a key gateway …

In this exclusive interview recorded at air cargo & transport logistic India 2026 in Mumbai, Nikitha Sebastian of The STAT Trade Times speaks with Nico Le Roux, Business Development Director …

A cargo vessel carrying 46,000 tonnes of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) from Qatar safely arrived at Mundra Port on Monday, offering relief to India’s fuel supply chain amid the ongoing …

Prime Minister Narendra Modi officially commissioned the Haldia Bulk Terminal (HBT) on 14 March. The fully automated facility was developed by Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) at the …

DP World’s Mundra International Container Terminal (MICT) handled nearly 1.5 million TEUs in FY24–25, marking a 13.6% increase in throughput and reinforcing its role as a key gateway for India’s …

Amazon has expanded its dedicated air cargo network, Amazon Air, to Northeast India, introducing new cargo routes connecting Kolkata and Guwahati. The move is expected to significantly enhance delivery speed …

Global air cargo rates rose significantly in the week ending March 8, 2026, as the US-Israeli war on Iran disrupted capacity and cargo traffic across multiple regions, according to the …

DP World reported revenue of $24.4 billion for 2025, an increase of 22 per cent compared to the previous year, while adjusted EBITDA rose 18 per cent to $6.4 billion …

Disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz have triggered a sharp rise in ocean freight diversions, with average daily rerouting activity increasing by more than 360%, according to the latest Supply …

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched DG Digital, a new feature integrated into its DG AutoCheck system that enables fully digital Dangerous Goods Declarations for air cargo shipments. …

Artificial intelligence is set to play a bigger role in air cargo operations as the International Air Transport Association launches new initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, compliance, and digital connectivity …

India's engineering classrooms may soon look a lot more like the operations floors of global freight companies, thanks to a landmark partnership between Softlink Global and the Indian Society for …

TVS Supply Chain Solutions (TVS SCS), an integrated logistics provider, has announced the establishment of a new 40,000-square-foot warehousing facility dedicated to strengthening the global supply chain operations of heavy …

The Deendayal Port Authority (DPA) in Kandla announced that it is preparing to receive 22 vessels over the next 72 hours. In a statement posted on X, port officials confirmed …

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) has intensified its maritime security protocols, launching a comprehensive effort to safeguard Indian seafarers, protect national vessels, and ensure uninterrupted maritime trade. …

Allcargo Logistics is doubling down on its commitment to Maharashtra’s industrial corridor in Chakan, Pune. Following the approval of its organisational restructuring plan, which consolidates the domestic supply chain, express …

At transport logistic & air cargo India 2026 in Mumbai, Rajarshi Chatterjee of The STAT Trade Times speaks with Alexander Laukenmann, Senior Executive Vice President Aviation at Fraport AG. In …

In this conversation from air cargo India and transport logistic India 2026, Sakshi Basutkar from The STAT Trade Times speaks with Olivier Houri, EVP and Chief Revenue Officer at SmartKargo, …

The V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port Authority has become the first port in the to launch digital twin initiative. This platform creates a high-fidelity, real-time virtual replica of the port’s entire …

DP World has appointed Ahmad Yousef Al‑Hassan as Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director for the GCC region, placing him in charge of the company’s integrated portfolio of ports, terminals, …

Qatar Chamber has called on shipping and transport companies operating in the country to register in the International Road Transport (TIR) system to ensure the continuity of commercial operations amid …

The Liberia-flagged Shenlong Suezmax, a crude oil tanker has successfully navigated the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz and arrived at Mumbai Port, becoming the first such vessel bound for India …

At the 11th edition of air cargo India conference & exhibition, and in celebration of 40 years of The STAT Trade Times, Editor Reji John moderated a landmark panel discussion …

In this interview recorded at Air Cargo & Transport Logistics India 2026 in Mumbai, Nikitha Sebastian of The STAT Trade Times speaks with Mark Sutch, Chief Commercial Officer – Cargo …

Globalisation remains at a historically high level despite rising geopolitical tensions, increasing US tariffs and growing uncertainty around global trade policies, according to the DHL Global Connectedness Report 2026 released …

Amid growing geopolitical tensions and shifting global trade patterns, the International Air Transport Association has called for stronger digitalisation, harmonised global standards, and enhanced safety across the air cargo sector. …

The funding, structured as a $4 million series B1 and a $5 million series B2, was led by IAN Group’s second venture fund, IAN Alpha Fund. Prominent investors including AVNM …

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has revised the budget of ₹3,630.77 crore for a greenfield expressway linking the upcoming Jewar International Airport …

Global logistics networks are facing increasing pressure as tariffs, inflation, and geopolitical disruptions continue to reshape supply chain operations. Around 86% of supply chain leaders say that trade policy changes …

Jeena & Company, India’s freight forwarding and supply chain company, has entered into a partnership with Scan-Shipping to boost the India-Scandinavia trade route. This collaboration is designed to bridge the …

Mahindra Logistics has announced the appointment of Yash Jalta as its new Head of Fleet Service Business and Senior Management Personnel. The appointment officially takes effect on 10 March, following …

The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) has announced a total waiver of ground rent and dwell-time charges for stranded export containers. The relief measures, which take immediate effect, follow a …

InterGlobe Aviation(IndiGo) has announced that Pieter Elbers will step down as the airline’s Chief Executive Officer with immediate effect. The Board of Directors thanked Elbers for his contribution and service …

Celebrating 40 years of The STAT Trade Times — the unwavering voice of global air cargo. From our first issue in 1986 to today’s digital era, this is the story …

DP World has successfully completed a large-scale logistics operation to support the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2026 across India and Sri Lanka, transporting key broadcast and match infrastructure to …

Unilode, an unit load device (ULD) management and digital solutions company, announced on 9 March the launch of Super Sentinel, a new digital tracking solution aimed at eliminating lost and …