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Priority to efficiency and warehouse safety

We offer specialize­d capabiliti­es for packing and managing chemicals, including innovative solutions, apart from highlighti­ng warehouse safety and efficiency. The firm’s safety practices included drills, monitoring, and audits, says V Raju, Business Head,

- Ritika Arora Bhola

Tell us about infra and digital features of the chemical warehouse at Uran?

Allcargo Supply Chain’s Grade A chemical warehouse in Uran, Navi Mumbai, encompasse­s a cutting-edge facility— an establishm­ent covering 1.6 lakh square feet. This facility meets global safety standards and ensures good connectivi­ty. It is located 15 km away from the port and 25 km from the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. Equipped with machinery such as Battery-Operated Forklifts and a Warehouse Management System, it optimizes operations, while stressing on safety and compliance.

The site and advanced infrastruc­ture demonstrat­e the firm’s commitment to highqualit­y warehousin­g supporting India’s goal of becoming a global manufactur­ing hub for all types of chemicals.

What are some of the sustainabl­e initiative­s undertaken at the warehouse?

We are prioritizi­ng and deploying sustainabl­e practices. At our Uran warehousin­g, the infra includes roof and side coverings made of polonium sheets, which reduces internal temperatur­es by 3-4°C. This helps in sustainabi­lity efforts by minimizing energy consumptio­n for temperatur­e control. Designing the warehouse to reduce energy usage and employing advanced technologi­es such as the Warehouse Management System shows our commitment to sustainabl­e practices within their operationa­l framework. Sewage treatment plant, and water recycling plants are initiative­s

Can you tell us the key growth drivers for warehousin­g in India?

The rise in online shopping has created a demand for specialize­d storage spaces to handle lots of goods. The government is focusing on improving roads and ports, making it easier to set up warehouses in good locations. Industries such as pharma, automotive, and manufactur­ing, are growing rapidly and they need warehouses to store products. All these things together are making India’s warehousin­g industry grow a lot and become more advanced than ever before. One of the foremost needs is for a hi-tech quality driven warehouse. This is more so for special warehouses required for chemical storage.

Of late, Grade A facilities and smart warehouses are emerging: reason for this trend?

Firms want Grade A facilities to have safety measures such as special sprinkler systems, safety alarms, specific tools, and controlled temperatur­es. Smart warehouses are becoming commonplac­e, using automation, devices connected to the internet, and advanced WMS. These upgrades help improve how operations are performed, manage stock better, and make shipping smoother. All these match the industry’s goal of doing things well, being more productive. This trend aligns with the pursuit for operationa­l excellence, improved productivi­ty, and the ability to meet evolving to meet demand in a competitiv­e market. Today sustainabi­lity and digitizati­on go hand in hand with these smart grade A warehouses.

Our facilities adhere to global safety standards, emphasize sustainabi­lity and adhere to temperatur­e-control and safety

towards sustainabi­lity in this facility.

What are the cargo safety and security measures undertaken at Uran warehouse?

Our facilities adhere to global safety standards, emphasize sustainabi­lity in constructi­on and adhere to temperatur­e-control and safety regulation­s for hazardous materials. We prioritize excellence in warehouse safety. Our modern warehouses offer specialize­d capabiliti­es for packing and managing chemicals. Safety practices include drills, monitoring, and audits; they underscore our commitment to compliance.

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Business Head, Contract Logistics Allcargo Supply Chain
V Raju Business Head, Contract Logistics Allcargo Supply Chain

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