10 Mar 2026

Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK) has signed a licence agreement with East Horizon Pvt Ltd to develop a floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) at the Haldia Dock Complex with an investment of around INR 260 crore. The agreement, executed on March 6, is aimed at strengthening liquefied natural gas (LNG) infrastructure in eastern India and supporting the region's transition towards cleaner energy sources. The proposed facility will enable the import, storage and regasification of LNG before supplying it into onshore pipelines for distribution. Port officials said the project is expected to enhance LNG handling capabilities at Haldia while contributing to the national objective of increasing the share of natural gas in India's energy mix. The development forms part of wider efforts to expand gas infrastructure and support industrial energy demand in eastern India.Read more

10 Mar 2026

Global ports and logistics operator DP World has introduced alternative land transport arrangements to ensure cargo movement to Jebel Ali Port in Dubai as geopolitical tensions in West Asia disrupt maritime logistics across the Gulf region. Under the temporary contingency plan, import containers can be discharged at UAE ports on the eastern coast, including Khorfakkan and Fujairah, and transported by bonded road transit to Jebel Ali for final customs clearance. The measure is aimed at maintaining supply chain continuity for exporters and shipping lines facing operational uncertainties in the region. Jebel Ali is the Middle East's largest container port and a major transhipment hub connecting trade routes across Asia, Europe and Africa. The alternative routing arrangement is expected to support cargo flows while maritime operations in parts of the Gulf face disruptions linked to the ongoing regional security situation.Read more

09 Mar 2026

Warehousing leasing activity in Kolkata declined 30% year-on-year in 2025 to 4.6 million sq ft from 6.5 million sq ft in 2024, largely due to elevated land prices and constrained availability of Grade A facilities, according to a report by Knight Frank India. Despite the drop in transactions, the consultancy noted that the city's logistics market remains structurally strong, supported by infrastructure improvements and evolving occupier demand. Third-party logistics (3PL) and e-commerce continued to drive demand, while the manufacturing sector increased its share of leasing activity. Dankuni remained the dominant warehousing cluster, accounting for the majority of leasing activity due to its strategic connectivity and established logistics ecosystem.Read more

01 Mar 2026

The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved three railway multitracking projects worth INR 9,072 crore to strengthen rail infrastructure in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, Bihar and Jharkhand. Covering about 307 kilometres, the projects aim to ease congestion, improve passenger movement and enhance freight capacity by an additional 52 million tonnes annually. Around 5,407 villages with a population of nearly 9.8 million are expected to benefit. The upgrades, targeted for completion by 2030, are aligned with the PM Gati Shakti plan to improve logistics efficiency and reduce transport-related emissions.Read more

26 Feb 2026

SATS has finalized its cargo logistics facility at Noida International Airport, ahead of the airport's inauguration next month, with nearly INR 1,000 crore already invested. The company plans an additional INR 600 crore to build an integrated logistics park providing end-to-end airfreight services. Through its AI-SATS joint venture, SATS aims to establish Uttar Pradesh as a global aviation hub. Leveraging its global network of 225 locations, SATS seeks to link the state's agricultural, industrial, and service sectors with international markets, while transferring advanced logistics practices and technologies to local operations.Read more

25 Feb 2026

The Uttar Pradesh government has signed an MoU with AISATS to invest INR 4,458 crore in two major aviation projects at Jewar airport. The initiatives include a modern cargo campus aimed at making Jewar a hub for air freight and logistics in northern India and a world-class air catering unit supplying multiple airports. The projects are expected to boost exports, strengthen trade connectivity, support food processing and supply chains, and generate substantial employment. The agreement reflects the state's ongoing efforts to attract global investment and enhance its economic infrastructure.Read more

24 Feb 2026

Uttar Pradesh has secured three major investment agreements with Singapore's Universal Success Group, totaling INR 6,650 crore, during the chief minister's visit to Singapore. The projects include a theme-based township near Jewar International Airport, a logistics park along the Kanpur-Lucknow Highway, and a hyperscale data centre in Noida/Greater Noida. Together, these projects are expected to create over 20,000 jobs and bolster the state's industrial and urban infrastructure. Officials described the MoUs as pivotal for accelerating economic growth, improving connectivity, and reinforcing Uttar Pradesh's position as an emerging industrial and technological hub.Read more

24 Feb 2026

Embraer and Mahindra Aerospace have announced plans to set up a Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility in India for the C-390 Millennium aircraft, subject to its selection by the Indian Air Force under the Medium Transport Aircraft programme. The proposed facility will provide heavy maintenance, structural inspections, component repair, avionics support and training. The move builds on their earlier localisation agreement and aligns with India's Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat goals, while aiming to strengthen domestic aerospace capability and long-term fleet support infrastructure.Read more

24 Feb 2026

Godrej Enterprises Group�s Storage Solutions business has delivered what it described as India�s largest automated warehouse for the pharmaceutical industry, marked by a high-bay 120-foot automated rack-clad system engineered for a leading Indian pharmaceutical company. The facility integrates structural racking, automation technologies and external cladding into a single assembly, streamlining vertical storage and retrieval within a standalone warehouse structure. The installation represents a significant deployment of automated storage solutions in India�s logistics landscape, aligning with the sector�s ongoing transition toward high-technology infrastructure to support efficient supply chain operations, particularly in industries such as pharmaceuticals, where precision and speed are critical. The warehouse is expected to enhance operational efficiency and storage density, contributing to improved inventory management and faster handling cycles.Read more

23 Feb 2026

Extra Space Storage has projected full-year adjusted funds from operations below market expectations as demand for self-storage units weakens and competition intensifies in key markets. The company reported a decline in annual same-store occupancy for 2025, while inflation and higher operating costs continued to pressure margins. Although fourth-quarter earnings slightly exceeded analyst estimates, revenue growth remained modest. The forecast signals continued challenges for the self-storage segment, which had previously benefited from strong demand during the pandemic period but is now adjusting to oversupply and softer customer growth.Read more