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standpoint to meet the future needs of time tracking. Advanced tracking
project logistics,” he stated. systems and data analytics have been
Underscoring the fragmented implemented to enhance visibility
nature of the supply chain in India, and better manage high-value cargo,
Debajyoti Bagchi, Vice President - helping achieve over 99% on-time
Business Development, TT Group, deliveries for project logistics services.
the GSSA for Silkway West Airlines With a growing emphasis on
stated, “Coordinating between sustainability, companies are also
different stakeholders and managing exploring eco-friendly solutions. They
multiple handovers can lead to delivery are using alternative fuels like bio-CNG
inefficiencies, coordination challenges for their truck fleets, optimising routes
and may lead to missing connection.” to reduce empty miles by 20%, and
implementing green logistics strategies
Innovative Solutions Simplifying customer to reduce their carbon footprint.
To overcome infrastructure challenges, procedures, limiting
logistics companies are adopting Impact of Government Initiatives
multimodal transportation solutions. paperwork, integrating The government's "Make in
By combining different modes like technology within India" initiative and infrastructure
road, rail, and coastal shipping, procedures has facilitated development projects have created a
they can optimise efficiency and better and faster surge in demand for project logistics
cost-effectiveness for their project customer clearance services. These initiatives have opened
cargo movements. Companies with for project logistics up significant business opportunities,
Multimodal Logistics Park networks and companies have had to scale up
allow them to integrate these modes. companies to thrive. their operations to meet the growing
Embracing digital technologies has Nikhil Agarwal demand. According to a recent report
become crucial for streamlining CJ Darcl Logistics by McKinsey Global Institute, India's
operations and ensuring real- logistics market is expected to
reach $320 billion by 2025. To
support the "Make in India"
initiative, companies are
focusing on localisation
efforts. They are
developing specialised
equipment like
hydraulic axles and
a skilled workforce
within the country
to better cater to
the local market.
Investments in
training and
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