APM Terminals Pipavav flags off Dedicated Block Train to enhance cargo connectivity
PIPAVAV : APM Terminals Pipavav successfully flagged off a dedicated block train carrying 90 x 20’ GP containers from Pipavav Port to Inland Container Depot (ICD) Kanakpura, Jaipur. The train movement showcases the execution of a large logistics project for a leading client in the solar energy sector.
The cargo, shipped from Malaysia on the vessel ONE MARVEL (V-0079W), arrived at Pipavav Port and was transported in a single train movement to Jaipur ICD. The end-to-end logistics operation was executed in collaboration with Ocean Network Express (India) Pvt. Ltd, Fast Forward Logistics India Pvt Ltd, Seven Seas Lines SDN BHD and CONCOR.
This activity demonstrates the efficiency of multimodal connectivity through Pipavav Port, integrating ocean and rail transport to deliver time-sensitive cargo project safely and reliably. The seamless coordination between shipping, port, and rail partners ensured swift handling and efficient delivery, strengthening Pipavav’s capability to manage large-scale, specialized cargo movements for industrial projects.
Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Girish Aggarwal, Managing Director, APM Terminals Pipavav, said: “This train movement highlights the strength of our integrated logistics ecosystem and the trust placed in us by our partners and customers. We are pleased to have enabled this critical solar energy project delivery, by providing a reliable and efficient end-to-end logistics solution connecting Malaysia to Rajasthan through Pipavav Port.”
The dedicated block train reflects APM Terminals Pipavav’s commitment to facilitating sustainable industrial projects and supporting India’s renewable energy ambitions through efficient port-based logistics infrastructure.
About APM Terminals Pipavav
APM Terminals Pipavav is one of India’s leading gateway ports for containers, dry bulk cargoes, liquid bulk, and RoRo with excellent connectivity to the India’s northwest hinterland through rail and road network. The current annual cargo handling capacity includes 1.35 million TEUs of containers, 4 million metric tons of dry bulk, 2 million metric tons of liquid bulk and 250,000 passenger cars. APM Terminals Pipavav is India’s first public private partnership (PPP) port and the first port to be connected to the DFC in India and is a part of the APM Terminals global terminal network.