NLP to improve logistics performance index, cut logistics cost

tate the seamless movement of airfreight in India, PM Narendra Modi launched the National Logistics Policy on September 17. Commenting on the same, Xerrxes Master, President, Association Of Multimodal Transport Operators of India (AMTOI) said, “The National Logistics Policy is a revolution in the logistics industry. It will ensure a substantial reduction of logistics costs in India and improve logistics performance index ranking among the top 25 countries by 2030. In addition, it creates an efficient logistics ecosystem to ensure a resilient supply chain. The policy will be implemented through a Comprehensive Logistics Action Plan (CLAP) via Integrated Digital Logistics Systems, Standardisation of Physical assets and benchmarking service quality standards, Logistics Human Resources Development and Capacity Building, State Engagement, EXIM (Export-Import) Logistics, Service Improvement Framework, Sectoral Plan for Efficient Logistics and Facilitation of Development of Logistics Parks. This well laid out strategy will ensure the desired results within the stipulated period.”