DTDC EXPRESS
Logistics firms bulk up hiring, capacity to carry heavier festival loads
As the festive season approaches, Indian logistics firms are bracing for a notable spike in shipment volumes. Companies like DTDC and Blue Dart are ramping up their workforce, bringing in temporary employees to handle the anticipated delivery surge. Amazon is also enhancing its fulfillment and delivery networks to accommodate an influx in demand. Key considerations for the industry include rising wages and necessary operational adjustments.
Reinventing India Post
With a noticeable surge in revenue, India Post is broadening through innovative partnerships. The integration of financial and citizen services into a unified platform has marked a significant shift. Post offices are evolving into modern service hubs, seamlessly blending physical presence with digital convenience, establishing a trustworthy phygital experience.
New Haryana hub to cut North India turnaround time by 4 hours: DTDC
DTDC CEO Abhishek Chakraborty discusses how the new DTDC Bharat One Hub in Rathiwas will reduce dependence on Delhi-NCR, support rapid commerce, and strengthen the company’s focus on MSMEs and new-age businesses.
DTDC Express opens all-female-run dark store in Indore
DTDC Express Ltd has launched its first all-female-run dark store in Indore, a 700-sq-ft facility where women manage all operations, including warehouse, delivery, and client servicing. This initiative, part of DTDC's rapid commerce service, aims to empower women in logistics and foster innovation within the industry.
DTDC Express expects e-commerce vertical to account for around 50 pc of total business
DTDC Express anticipates its e-commerce segment to constitute approximately 50% of its total business, driven by the increasing demand for rapid commerce. The company plans to establish 125 dark stores within the next three quarters to meet customer expectations for faster deliveries. DTDC is also investing heavily in technology and innovation to support its growth in the express industry.
DTDC Express expects ecommerce vertical to account for around 50% of total biz
The company which officially launched its rapid commerce vertical Raftaar earlier this month to offer deliveries as fast as 4-6 hours time, also plans to set up 125 dark stores in the next three quarters to cater to the customers' expectations, DTDC Express CEO Abhishek Chakraborty told PTI.
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DTDC Express launches rapid commerce vertical Raftaar
DTDC Express has launched its rapid commerce vertical, Raftaar, offering 4–6 hour deliveries via hyperlocal dark stores. Announced at its 35th anniversary, the firm also released a white paper with BCG, highlighting rapid commerce’s growing role in shaping ecommerce, customer experience, and logistics in emerging Indian markets.
DTDC enters rapid commerce with 2-4 hour, same-day delivery services
DTDC has launched 2-4 hour and same-day delivery services, entering the rapid commerce market. The company opened its first Dark Store in Bengaluru, boosting hyperlocal fulfilment and last-mile delivery efficiency. This initiative aims to support D2C brands and social commerce sellers, with plans to expand nationwide to enhance rapid delivery services for businesses and customers.
DTDC launches drone delivery services in partnership with Skye Air Mobility
DTDC Express partnered with Skye Air Mobility to launch last-mile drone-based deliveries. It started with a successful 7.5 km delivery from Bilaspur to Gurgaon sector 92. CEO Abhishek Chakraborty highlighted the milestone partnership's role in reshaping last-mile logistics amid digitalisation and changing consumer behaviors. The eco-friendly drone delivery aims to reduce carbon emissions and traffic congestion. There are plans for expansion across India to enhance delivery speed, efficiency, and sustainability.
DTDC Express elevates Abhishek Chakraborty to the role of CEO
Before assuming the role of CEO, Abhishek Chakraborty led the firm as executive director for 15 years. He also played a role in establishing a strategic partnership between DTDC and Geopost (owned by La Poste). He also spearheaded the DTDC and Amarex partnership. He has also been responsible for introducing initiatives such as the MyDTDC app and DTDCShipAssure, the company’s money-back guarantee service.
DTDC launches operations in Malaysia, eyes southeast market expansion
DTDC, through its subsidiary DTDC Global Express PTE Ltd, has entered the Malaysian market by inaugurating a new office in Kuala Lumpur. The move expands DTDC's presence in Southeast Asia, adding to its existing locations in Singapore and Australia. The new office in Kuala Lumpur will provide enhanced trans-shipment solutions and offer export and import services to/from India, Singapore, and Australia, along with handling local deliveries in Malaysia.
GeoPost in talks to pick up 20-25% more in DTDC
The French govt-backed logistics firm already owns 42% stake in DTDC.
IPL: Kings XI ropes in DTDC, Gujarat Lions signs up Uber
DTDC Express today announced its partnership with Kings XI Punjab for the tenth edition of IPL while Uber has tied up with Gujarat Lions Team as its mobility partner.
Logistics service provider DTDC Express Limited sets up regional hub in Guwahati
With Northeast India witnessing an e-commerce boom, logistics service provider DTDC Express Limited has set up regional hub in Guwahati.
Eyeing e-commerce boom, DTDC has set up regional hub in Guwahati
Subasish Chakraborty, MD, DTDC added, “With regional hub in place, we will add another eight routes in next one year with these we will have 16 dedicated routes.”
Ekart to launch courier service to take on DTDC Express, First Flight Courier and others
Ekart has aggressive plans for its courier service, with an aim to capture 5-10 per cent of the market in the first year.
DTDC's global partner DPDgroup wants firm to replicate business model in South Africa
DPDgroup is majority owned by GeoPost, Europe’s No 2. company in terms of number of parcels handled. It owns more than 40% in unlisted DTDC.
Reliance Capital PE exits DTDC, sells stake to French GeoPost SA for Rs 158 crore
Apart from that, DTDC will also get access to the technologies being deployed by GeoPost worldwide, he said, adding that the overall international business will take six to nine months.
DTDC aims to increase international revenues to 18% in 2 years
DTDC said its latest acquisition, Bangalore-based Nikkos Logistics is likely to boost its global operations.
DTDC scales its global presence, enters Australia and Kuwait through joint venture
The entity will progressively offer same day delivery, pick-up and return services for vital shipments, 'Bullet Service' within 4 hours, pre-paid services.
GeoPost to pick 40% stake in DTDC valuing the company at Rs 475 crore
Reliance Capital had invested Rs60-crore at the end of 2006 which has grown three times for the Anil Ambani Group.
Logistics firm DTDC buys 53% stake in Eurostar Express
Logistics major DTDC Courier and Cargo has acquired 53% stake in UAE-based Eurostar Express for an undisclosed amount.
DTDC Courier & Cargo Ltd acquires majority stake in Eurostar Express
Logistics major, DTDC Courier & Cargo Ltd on Monday said that the company has acquired a majority stake in UAE based Eurostar Express.
DTDC launches three hub offices in Tripura
Air express and cargo company DTDC launches three new hub offices at Agartala in Tripura.
Logistics bridges India, China
For logistics companies in India, 2006 was a China mission. Number of players, irrespective of their market segments, were sighted scouting for partners across the border.
GeoPost may pick 10% in DTDC
Geopost of France may pick up 10% stake in Bangalore-based courier and express company DTDC, in which Anil Ambani-controlled Reliance Capital holds 40%.
ADAG makes first move for DTDC-Gati alliance
Anil Dhirubhai Ambani Group (ADAG) is looking for a game-changing deal in the logistics space.
DTDC to enter Chinese market
Bangalore-based Desk to Desk Courier (DTDC) company would be the first Indian express cargo company moving to China from this September.
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