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SIAM charts New Pathways for Sustainable
Automotive Logistics in India
T
he Society of Indian
Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) hosted
its 11th Automotive
Logistics Conclave on July 18, at
The Lalit New Delhi, under the
theme “Enhancing E昀케ciencies
in Automotive Logistics.” The
event convened top policymakers,
OEMs, logistics providers, and
technology leaders, underlining
the readiness of the automotive
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logistics sector to evolve through
technology, better infrastructure,
and supportive policies.
A key highlight at the event
was the Railway Board’s commitment to deploying specialised
high-capacity car-carrying
wagons, including double-deck
options for SUVs. Industry leaders
from Hyundai, Maruti Suzuki,
and others emphasised digital
transformation, multimodal
transport, and sustainable
practices as critical priorities.
Discussions also spotlighted
the need for policy alignment,
technology integration, and
eco-friendly logistics solutions
to boost operational e昀케ciency
and reduce carbon footprints.
Thought leaders from Chetak
Logistics, Honda, Ashok Leyland, Mahindra, Think Gas,
Safexpress, and others shared
strategies for future-proofing
logistics against disruptions.
Select logistics providers were
recognised for innovation and
operational excellence.
