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COVER STORY
Mahendra Shah
Chairman and Managing Director, V-Trans (India)
“Companies are increasingly focussing on 昀氀exibility
and scalability in their logistics networks to adapt to
昀氀uctuating demand patterns”
Agility, Sustainability, and Technology:
The Pillars of tomorrow’s Logistics
Revolution
The logistics landscape in 2025 will be de昀椀ned by cutting-edge
technology, sustainability, and customer-centric innovation.
Technologies such as AI, ML, and Blockchain will revolutionise
supply chain operations, enabling predictive analytics and seamless integration across all touch points. These technologies not
only enhance real-time visibility but also streamline operations
and enable predictive maintenance, setting the stage for a more
agile, forward-thinking logistics ecosystem.
Sustainability will be a driving force, aligning with global
environmental goals. Green transportation, carbon-neutral
warehousing, and the adoption of electric vehicles will become
industry norms.
Furthermore, agility and resilience will be essential in
navigating disruptions and meeting the growing demands
of customers. By focussing on flexibility, sustainability, and
state-of-the-art technology, we at V-Trans envision a future of
logistics that is both transformative and deeply customer-centric.
In昀氀ation, Fuel Prices, and Beyond:
The Importance of Economic Indicators
and Advanced Analytics
The transportation and logistics sector is signi昀椀cantly in昀氀uenced
by macroeconomic factors such as GDP growth, industrial
production, trade volumes, fuel prices, and in昀氀ation rates. Strong
GDP growth typically signals increased economic activity, driving
higher demand for logistics services across various industries.
Similarly, rising trade volumes and industrial output are critical
drivers for logistics and transportation, particularly in today’s
globalised economy.
In昀氀ation and fuel prices play a pivotal role in determining
operational costs, directly impacting freight rates and pro昀椀tability.
Businesses must also keep a close eye on exchange rates and
government policies, as these factors in昀氀uence international
trade and cross-border logistics. At V-Trans, we consistently
analyse these key indicators to forecast market trends and adapt
our strategies accordingly.
To accurately predict the impact of these variables on revenue
forecasts, businesses should leverage advanced analytics and data
Mahendra Shah shares his insights on the future
of the logistics sector, where agility, sustainability,
and technology will define the landscape of 2025
and beyond. Highlighting the role of cutting-edge
technologies like AI, ML, and Blockchain, Shah explains
how these innovations will revolutionise supply
chain operations, enabling predictive analytics and
seamless integration. He particularly emphasises
V-Trans’ commitment to sustainability, with initiatives
such as green transportation and carbon-neutral
warehousing. Focussing on customer-centric solutions,
cost reduction, and empowering teams, Shah outlines
V-Trans’ strategy to stay ahead in a competitive
landscape. With an eye on flexibility, growth, and
resilience, he envisions a transformative future for
logistics, driven by collaboration and innovation, with
V-Trans is poised to lead the future where customercentric solutions become the standard.
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