๐ Tender Overview
Project Name
Support for Development of Multimodal Logistics, with special focus on Multimodal Logistics Parks, Ropeways, Intermodal Stations, and Port Connectivity Projects
Project Number
58348-001
Country / Economy
India
Project Status
Proposed
Project Type / Modality of Assistance
Technical Assistance
Source of Funding / Amount
TA: Support for Development of Multimodal Logistics, with special focus on Multimodal Logistics Parks, Ropeways, Intermodal Stations, and Port Connectivity Projects
Technical Assistance Special Fund US$ 500,000.00
Sector / Subsector
Transport / Multimodal logistics
Gender
Description
India's logistics infrastructure faces challenges such as fragmented modes of transportation, inadequate warehousing facilities, inefficient logistics management systems, and complex regulatory frameworks. The development of multimodal infrastructure is expected to be instrumental in modernizing India's logistics sector, improving supply chain efficiency, reducing logistics costs, and driving economic growth.
In recent years, there has been a concerted effort by the government and private sector to address these issues and modernize the logistics industry. One of the key initiatives aimed at enhancing the efficiency of logistics operations in India, is the development of multimodal logistics in both passenger and freight segments. In the passenger segment, projects will include ropeways, wayside amenities and public transport terminal infrastructure (intermodal stations). For freight segment, projects will include multimodal logistics parks, port connecting roads and warehouses.
To spearhead this initiative, the National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) has been constituted as a 100% state owned special purpose vehicle of National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) . The Ministry of Road, Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has mandated NHLML to develop multimodal logistics projects across India on public private partnership. In this context, the TA aims to support NHLML in the development of the abovementioned projects.
Project Rationale and Linkage to Country/Regional Strategy
India, with its vast geographical expanse and diverse topography, is striving to enhance its multimodal logistics infrastructure. The aim is to create an integrated transportation network that includes road, rail, air, and waterway systems. There exist a couple of challenges which are impeding the development and optimization of multimodal logistics in India.
Impact
Efficiency of logistics operations in India improved.
Outcome
NHLML's capacity for efficient implementation of the multimodal logistics strengthened.
Outputs
Implementation blueprints on development of multimodal logistics projects on financially sustainable basis developed.
Integration of last-mile connectivity solutions in the development of multimodal logistics projects strengthened.
Geographical Location
Nation-wide
