CONCOR launches bulk cement transport using specialized tank containers; first consignment dispatched from Andhra Pradesh to Bengaluru
Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) has introduced a new logistics solution for the cement industry by launching specialized tank containers for bulk cement transportation in loose form.
The company announced that the first real-time movement of these specialized containers has commenced from My Home Cement Siding (MMHM) at Mellacheruvu in Andhra Pradesh to CONCOR's Inland Container Depot (ICD) at Whitefield, Bengaluru.
This development marks a major milestone in CONCOR's efforts to offer eco-friendly, cost-effective, and efficient logistics solutions. The initiative is expected to reduce the cement industry's reliance on traditional bagged transport, promoting faster and safer movement through India's rail network.
CONCOR highlighted that this shift aligns with India's goal of advancing green and multimodal logistics while enhancing operational efficiency for cement manufacturers. The company plans to continue expanding such solutions to serve key sectors of the Indian economy.
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