Express services
operator Blue
Dart on Tuesday 14 Jan ’25
said it has launched an integrated logistics hub in Bijwasan, the national
capital, to enhance air and ground connectivity across the northern region. Strategically situated along the Dwarka
Expressway and just 20 minutes away from the Indira Gandhi International
Airport and with direct access to the IGI Airport, Indian Railways, metro
corridors, and key national highways, the Bijwasan facility seamlessly
integrates with the upcoming Gati Shakti Logistics Corridor, the company said. It
added that the 2.5 lakh sq ft facility aligns with the PM Gati Shakti National
Master Plan by fortifying freight movement and providing robust multimodal
connectivity.
“Sustainability is an increasingly vital
differentiator in our industry. Supporting our customers’ decarbonisation
journey remains crucial as we continue to lead in low-carbon logistics
solutions. This facility underscores our global commitment to efficient, more
sustainable logistics and reinforces our investment in India’s economic
potential,” said DHL Group CEO Tobias Meyer. Solar power installations with a 600-kW capacity are pivotal in
minimising carbon emissions and supporting more sustainable energy practices,
it added. Fully equipped for palletised cargo handling with the capacity to
handle over 5.5 lakh shipments per day (inbound and outbound), optimising cargo
throughput for high-volume shipments, the facility also has an automated system
that ensures precise and rapid sorting, reducing manual handling and improving
resource utilisation to meet evolving business demands, Blue Dart said.
“The Bijwasan facility is more than an infrastructure investment. It reflects Blue Dart’s commitment to sustainability, and scalability,” Blue Dart Managing Director Balfour Manuel said, adding that “as India’s largest low-emission integrated logistics hub, it enhances our distribution capabilities, reinforcing our promise of efficient, more sustainable cargo movement”.