Rhenus Logistics India collaborates with IRS for Technical Feasibility Study of Pusher-Barge Convoy Units on Inland Waterways

MUMBAI : Rhenus Logistics India Pvt. Ltd. (Rhenus India), a leading integrated logistics solutions provider, has partnered with Indian Register of Shipping (IRS), an internationally recognised classification society, to conduct a research-based Technical Feasibility Study of barges and pusher units for various convoy configurations proposed for operations across India’s National Waterways.

The study aimed to assess multiple combinations of barges and pusher units, focusing on their technical viability for efficient operations across different stretches of inland waterways in India across different States. Leveraging its technical expertise and experience, IRS carried out a comprehensive analysis considering navigational constraints, pusher-barge design parameters, hydrodynamic performance and operational requirements.

“We are committed to supporting multimodal logistics solutions that enhance the efficiency of cargo movement in India. Inland water transport holds immense potential, and with this feasibility study, we aim to optimise our operations in alignment with the Government of India’s vision for sustainable logistics,” said Mr Vivek Arya, Regional CEO, Rhenus India.

Mr. P K Mishra, Managing Director, IRS, added: “We are pleased to collaborate with Rhenus India in this forward-looking initiative. The technical study will serve as a valuable input in planning and deploying barge convoys that are both safe and efficient for Indian inland waterway operations.”

The successful completion of the study marks a significant step towards enhancing the role of inland water transport in India’s logistics landscape. Both Rhenus India and IRS remain committed to promoting sustainable, efficient, and technically robust solutions for inland waterway transportation.