11 Feb 2026

Velocity has earmarked INR 100 crore to expand Velocity Shipping, its logistics arm, over the next two years, funding the move entirely through internal resources. Launched in 2025, the platform has onboarded over 900 brands and now contributes nearly 40 per cent of the company's total revenue, with strong month-on-month order growth. The investment will focus on hiring, product development, and AI-led logistics solutions. Velocity Shipping partners with major 3PL players and services over 19,000 pincodes across India.Read more

11 Feb 2026

Mundra Port in Gujarat achieved record operational volumes during January, with automobile exports and liquid cargo handling reaching their highest monthly levels. The port shipped 25,762 vehicles, crossing its earlier peak and reflecting steady overseas demand for Indian-made vehicles. A new single-vessel loading record was also set with 5,701 vehicles loaded on one ship. At the same time, the liquid cargo terminal handled 1.120 million tonnes, exceeding the previous monthly high. These figures underline Mundra Port's growing role in India's export logistics.Read more

09 Feb 2026

Global logistics automation company Vanderlande has opened its India Innovation Centre in Pune, strengthening its technology development and customer support capabilities in the Asia-Pacific region. The new facility will focus on research, software development and testing for automation solutions across airport baggage handling, parcel logistics and warehouse operations. Leveraging India's engineering talent, the centre will support product customisation, system integration and faster deployment for aviation, e-commerce and logistics clients. It will also play a role in training and skill development for next-generation automated operations. The Pune centre complements Vanderlande's global network and reflects growing demand for automation driven by rising volumes, labour challenges and the need for faster, more reliable logistics systems.Read more

06 Feb 2026

India's Real Estate Investment Trust market continues to remain smaller than global peers, accounting for nearly 20% of the country's institutional real estate universe. According to a recent FICCI Anarock report, five listed REITs have collectively built a market capitalisation of about USD 18 billion over the past seven years. The report indicated that future REIT growth could be supported by newer asset classes such as data centres and logistics parks, alongside sustained office demand driven by Global Capability Centres across major cities.Read more

05 Feb 2026

Aypa Power has arranged a USD 1.5 billion warehouse facility financing to accelerate the construction of utility-scale energy storage projects in the US. The facility allows the company to fund multiple battery storage projects at various stages without relying on separate financing for each asset. The move highlights growing lender confidence in large-scale energy storage as grid operators increasingly depend on batteries to manage renewable energy integration, peak demand, and grid stability. Warehouse facilities are becoming a preferred tool for developers scaling storage portfolios.Read more

04 Feb 2026

Global logistics major AP Moller-Maersk has held discussions with the Uttar Pradesh government on expanding its operations in the state, where it has been present for over two decades. The talks focused on logistics infrastructure, policy support, land availability and connectivity. State officials highlighted Uttar Pradesh's expressway network, industrial corridors and single-window clearance system. Maersk representatives acknowledged the stable business environment and expressed interest in evaluating fresh investment opportunities, indicating continued confidence in the state's logistics and industrial growth potential.Read more

03 Feb 2026

India is increasingly looking at inland waterways to boost freight transport, according to the latest Economic Survey. The government highlighted that cargo movement via rivers and canals, though currently limited, has been growing steadily, reaching over 145 million tonnes recently. Ongoing projects like the Jal Marg Vikas Project and initiatives under the Maritime India Vision 2030 aim to increase cargo volumes and the waterways modal share. Digital tools, incentives for operators, and integration with road, rail, and ports are expected to strengthen this eco-friendly and cost-efficient freight network.Read more

03 Feb 2026

Andhra Pradesh is working to strengthen its logistics system by improving rail connectivity to ports, industrial centres and neighbouring states. Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu has asked officials to speed up railway projects to support cargo movement, especially horticulture and industrial goods. The state is focusing on better port linkages, new railway lines, station redevelopment and stronger regional connections. With several rail projects underway and large investments already committed, the government aims to reduce logistics costs and improve freight efficiency across the state.Read more

01 Feb 2026

The Waltair railway division has emerged as the top performer in Indian Railways for freight earnings growth during the current fiscal year, recording an increase of approximately INR 1,220 crore over the previous year, officials said during Republic Day celebrations. The division, part of East Coast Railway, achieved a record freight loading of 66.7 million tonnes, representing nearly 13 per cent growth over its previous best, the highest among the top ten divisions. Goods earnings reached around INR 8,212 crore, while gross revenue crossed INR 9,147 crore, marking double-digit increases. Waltair also continued to support strong passenger operations and infrastructure upgrades, including track expansion and signalling enhancements, which contributed to broader operational improvements. Sustainability initiatives, such as solar capacity installations at Visakhapatnam station, were highlighted. The division's performance reflects a combination of freight momentum, diversified services and ongoing modernisation efforts.Read more

01 Feb 2026

India is planning its first offshore airport at Vadhavan near Palghar, Maharashtra, with an estimated investment of INR 45,000 crore. Built on a reclaimed island, the airport will feature two parallel runways and terminals designed to handle up to 90 million passengers annually. It is also planned as a major air cargo hub with a capacity of three million metric tonnes per year. Integrated with the deep-draft Vadhavan Port, the airport will connect seamlessly to expressways, metro lines, high-speed rail, and the planned Uttan-Virar Sea Link, enhancing multimodal connectivity and trade along the Delhi Mumbai Industrial Corridor.Read more