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Amit Tandon, MD, Asia Shipping India said, “To make India a global leader in cargo logistics, we need bold yet practical reforms to build on the solid foundation laid by the National Logistics Policy and PM Gati Shakti. Our logistics costs, hovering at 13-14% of GDP, are still too high compared to Singapore at 7.5%. Expanding multimodal hubs and speeding up land acquisition for projects like Dedicated Freight Corridors will make a major difference. We can’t overlook the workforce. A dedicated skilling mission under Skill India could train millions in modern logistics tech, empowering the sector. Simplifying customs, harmonising state and central regulations, and countering global trade barriers will further boost competitiveness.”

Skyways Air Services has decided to tap capital markets to raise funds via IPO for the purpose of debt reduction, and working capital requirements. The initial public offering (IPO) will comprise of fresh issue of 3.29 crore equity shares, and an offer-for-sale (OFS) of 1.33 crore shares by existing shareholders.  Promoters Yashpal Sharma and Tarun Sharma will be offloading 95.8 lakh shares, and other shareholders – Himanshu Chhabra, and Rohit Sehgal selling 18.66 lakh shares and 18.86 lakh shares, respectively in the OFS. The air freight forwarder that competes with listed peers like Delhivery, TVS Supply Chain Solutions, and Mahindra Logistics may consider fund raising by selling 62.5 lakh shares in the pre-IPO round, which is a part of fresh issue.

Vineet Agarwal, President, CJ Darcl Logistics said, “With a huge focus on establishing India as a ‘global manufacturing hub’ the manufacturing sector has significantly enhanced the movements of raw materials and finished goods across the domestic as well as international borders. Complementing this is the e-commerce sector which has led to the surge in deliveries across Pan India. Lastly, the construction and infrastructure development industry is also witnessing remarkable growth with the government’s ongoing initiatives to develop a robust infrastructure in India.”

TNVS, an affiliate of Continental Carriers Group, and Sonovision, an Ortec Group company signed MoU to mark the beginning of an exciting journey to establish a Joint Venture (JV) in India. The MoU was formalised during the prestigious Paris Air Show, setting the stage for a strong international collaboration aimed at transferring high-end technical capabilities to India—especially in the field of MRO support, Ground Support Equipment (GSE) and Jigs & Tools manufacturing and specialised mechanical/electromechanical assemblies for the aerospace and defence sectors. This proposed JV envisions fostering innovation, excellence, and indigenous capabilities while aligning with the strategic imperatives of “Make in India” and global supply chain resilience. Sonovision, a member of the Ortec Group-France, brings a legacy of excellence in- Aerospace technical documentation, Engineering, cutting-edge mechanical and system design & manufacturing. Continental Carriers-India, through its affiliate TNVS, adds unmatched expertise in-specialized logistics and supply chain operations, strong domestic industrial partnerships and Infrastructure-ready capabilities across India Together, we’re looking forward to a transformative journey that merges deep-rooted global knowledge with India’s dynamic industrial landscape.

As per the latest statistics from TAC Index, “Global airfreight rates declined 0.6 per cent last week and are down around 5.3 per cent compared with previous year. TAC report stated that the modest decline came despite the removal of capacity from the transpacific over recent weeks. “The decline seems relatively modest given the significant switching of freighter capacity away from transpacific routes in recent months, only partly reversed following the 90-day tariff deal between the US and China, which has been making some players more bearish about the outlook globally,” TAC said.

Air One has successfully delivered 12-metre furnace coil boxes from Liège to Abu Dhabi through its affiliated British cargo airline, One Air. The flight, on behalf Deugro Abu Dhabi, required a total of eight 12-metre boxes to be loaded through the nose door of a 747-400 freighter from One Air’s fleet. The total weight of the oversized shipment was 57 tonnes. Air One, which oversees a network of cargo airlines and aviation services, markets a fleet of 11 Boeing 747-400Fs for three airline partners. This includes two nose-loading versions of the cargo aircraft.

Amit Maheshwari, Founder and CEO, Softlink Global said, “India has raw talent. There is often a disconnect between tech capability and domain expertise. Our approach is to give hands-on exposure, real-world scenarios and domain-centric learning that prepares the workforce to adopt and thrive in technology-driven logistics. Our academy is focused on bridging the freight-tech skill gap through programmes, such as LogiEXPERT: Upskilling current logistics professionals LogiSKILL: A vocational program for fresh graduates or career changers LogiLEARN: Collaborations with academic institutions for practical training using Logi-Sys. He also adds, “The challenges include resistance to change, particularly in traditionally run freight businesses, perceived cost versus ROI concerns, limited digital infrastructure among smaller players and lack of internal champions to lead tech adoption. However, with increasing compliance mandates, customer expectations and global exposure, the market is shifting. Our role is to simplify digital transformation, offer rapid deployment, ensuring outcomes and not just installations.”

DIAL is reportedly planning to expand its cargo city infrastructure by another 0.5 million square feet. The cargo city is expected to add further bandwidth, while introducing a new wave of modern infrastructure designed to global compliance standards. Planned under the SEZ Act of 2005, the project will allow companies operating within its zone to enjoy duty exemptions, simplified customs processes, and faster regulatory clearances — crucial for time-sensitive industries such as pharma, perishables, electronics, and high-value exports, said reports.    

Active Freight Logistics launched new Custom Public Bonded Warehouse — a 5,000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art facility in Bengaluru, exclusively built for the handling, bonding, and de-bonding of imported liquor, perishable goods, and general cargo. This achievement isn’t just a new chapter—it’s the result of years of dedication, belief, and relentless passion for my profession. “From starting small to now having not one but two bonded warehouse facilities, including our existing 15,000 sq. ft. warehouse at CONCOR Bangalore ICD, this moment is both humbling and empowering,” said V Chandra Kumar, CMD, Active Freight Logistics. He added, “To my incredible team, clients, partners, and well-wishers—thank you for believing in this vision. You’ve been my strength at every step. This is more than a facility—it’s a symbol of trust, commitment, and love for the industry that has given me everything.”  

IATA has unveiled new platform that facilitates sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) procurement between airlines and SAF producers by matching requests for SAF supply with offers. When there is a match on the SAF Matchmaker platform, airlines and suppliers can connect and take their negotiation offline to agree on specific terms including price and payment terms. IATA said that the Matchmaker platform specifically addresses three critical issues – efficiency, connectivity and visibility. The availability of a central platform will simplify SAF procurement by making it easier and faster for all parties to connect without additional fees. It will therefore facilitate further development of the voluntary market for SAF purchasing, pointed out IATA. SAF producers and suppliers can post available or planned SAF volumes while airlines are able to register their interest in purchasing shown or desired SAF volumes, added the trade body. Subsequent trades will take place outside the platform. The platform carries comprehensive information regarding the available SAF, such as volumes, feedstock used, the location and technology of production, the emissions reductions, as well as compliance with the Carbon Offsetting Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA) or the European Union’s Renewable Energy Directive (EU RED), IATA further stated.