MUMBAI: Welspun One, India’s leading warehousing and industrial real estate platform, has been allotted a 46-acre, MIDC-notified land parcel in Talegaon MIDC Phase IV, Pune. The company will develop a ~1.2 million sq. ft., Grade-A logistics park with a planned investment of ~INR 550 crore. This strategic move marks Welspun One’s entry into one of India’s most promising logistics micro-markets and further strengthens its presence in Maharashtra’s new-age warehousing corridor.

This MIDC-notified land parcel is earmarked for developing a premium Grade-A first-mile logistics asset, designed to enable the seamless movement of goods from factories to fulfillment and distribution networks. Strategically located in the Talegaon–Chakan belt, the site sits at the heart of one of India’s most vital and sought-after industrial and warehousing micro-markets driven by occupier demand from warehousing and industrial users seeking proximity, scalability, and compliance-led infrastructure.

The site offers ~375 meters of frontage along a proposed 45-meter-wide MIDC arterial road, and benefits from three-side access roads within the MIDC layout, providing superior internal mobility and routing flexibility. It is just 10 km from the upcoming Pune Ring Road and 11 km from the Mumbai-Pune Expressway. This ensures direct, multi-directional connectivity to Pune, Mumbai, Nashik, and western Maharashtra, making it a high-access location with exceptional transport infrastructure. The site is also less than 10 minutes from the Talegaon manufacturing zone, making it an attractive location for manufacturers and suppliers looking to support JIT operations and near-plant inventory.

In 2025 YTD, Pune recorded approximately 7.4 million sq. ft. of warehouse leasing compared to 6.8 million sq. ft. for the same period last year, marking a ~10% growth. The Talegaon-Chakan belt alone accounted for nearly 70% of this activity, underscoring the corridor’s growing importance as a preferred warehousing destination.

Welspun One’s upcoming park will be designed with tailored specifications to meet the distinct operational needs of high-demand sectors such as 3PL, e-commerce, FMCG, automotive, engineering, auto ancillary, and manufacturing industries, making it one of the most differentiated and high-performance assets in the region. The master plan includes four planned buildings ranging from ~1 lakh sq. ft. to ~3.5 lakh sq. ft., offering flexibility for both high-throughput logistics players and industrial users with large-format space requirements.

A key design differentiator is the planned clear height of 19 metres, significantly higher than typical warehousing benchmarks. This will allow occupiers to maximize pallet positions, deploy high-bay racking and automated storage solutions, and handle voluminous or large-sized products with superior efficiency, thereby optimising both throughput and unit economics. The land is development-ready, with key infrastructure, such as roads, water, and power, already provisioned up to the site.

Balkrishan Goenka, Chairman, Welspun Group, said, “Welspun One’s continued expansion across India’s key logistics corridors reflects our deep conviction in the country’s growth story and the rising demand for high-quality, compliant infrastructure. With this strategic entry into Pune, we are strengthening our presence in one of Maharashtra’s most dynamic industrial hubs and reinforcing our commitment to building nation-critical assets that enable India’s manufacturing and consumption ecosystem.”

Anshul Singhal, Managing Director of Welspun One, said, “This acquisition is a decisive move in our long-term vision to build future-ready, institutional-grade infrastructure across India’s key industrial zones. Talegaon-Chakan stands out for its strong fundamentals, from thriving manufacturing clusters and a ready labor force to rising occupier demand and upcoming transport infrastructure. As a first-mile asset, this park will be a high-throughput, high-compliance facility enabling efficient regional distribution.“

The Talegaon acquisition is the latest in a series of moves by Welspun One to capture high-yield opportunities in core logistics corridors. In August, the company also concluded landmark transactions in Hoskote and Devanahalli (Bengaluru), and forged its second strategic partnership with The World Trade Center for the Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) and Thane projects, further cementing its pan-India presence.

Backed by a development pipeline of ~19 million sq. ft. and ~₹10,000 crore in AUM, Welspun One continues to lead with a future-first approach, anchored in compliance, sustainability, and data-backed decision-making.

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INDIA: Mahindra Logistics Limited, one of India’s largest integrated logistics solutions providers, unveils its new brand identity, marking the next step in its evolution towards innovation and sustained growth. The new identity introduces a bold and dynamic icon, symbolizing the aspiration to scale new heights and the relentless drive to rise. It captures the essence of the company’s core values and future-ready vision, emphasizing collective strength and continuous forward momentum.

As a trusted leader in integrated logistics, the new identity unifies all our business segments as we focus on delivering integrated solutions. It symbolizes our deep association with customers, focussing on building customized solutions integrating all stages of the supply chain. The icon represents the unification of diverse services and solutions, with a sharp focus on technology, sustainability, and robust operating systems.

Mahindra Logistics enables its customers’ transition to world-class supply chains, offering seamless pan-India connectivity. The new identity reinforces its commitment to accelerating progress, enhancing operational excellence, and delivering continued value to all our stakeholders.

Commenting on the new brand identity, Rampraveen Swaminathan, CEO & MD, of Mahindra Logistics Ltd., said, “Our new identity is a reflection of our vision in our actions. It honors our past, celebrates our present, and embodies our vision for the future. At the heart of this new brand identity lies the collective strength and growth of our employees, driving us to push boundaries and deliver agile, technologically advanced, sustainable, and future-ready end-to-end logistics solutions for our customers”.

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INDIA: Seino Holdings Co. Ltd. – a prominent Japanese logistics firm, is entering into the Indian market through a partnership with Mahindra Logistics Limited. This partnership aims to offer Integrated logistics solutions to leverage Seino’s global relationships with Japanese Automotive customers and serve their logistics requirements in India.

Under the terms of the agreement, the companies will form a Joint Venture, owned by Mahindra Logistics and Seino Holdings. This JV will focus on providing Japanese automotive & strategic non-auto customers with integrated logistics solutions covering Auto Outbound, Warehousing & Transportation, and a comprehensive technology suite. Leveraging Mahindra Logistics’ vast capabilities and strong network, Seino Holdings can now deliver optimized logistics solutions and extend its reach to customers across India with a strong focus on technology, process innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability.

The Indian auto industry has witnessed strong growth and has emerged as the third-largest automotive market in the world. With a strategic focus on electric vehicles and programs such as “Make In India”, the industry is estimated to see continued growth from Japan-based OEMs and auto component manufacturers.

Commenting on the partnership, Yoshitaka Taguchi, CEO, of Seino Holdings Co. Ltd., said, “Seino Holdings is expected to provide significant value to customers, and in collaboration with Mahindra Logistics’ unmatched capabilities, we endeavor to serve Japanese customers in India. Through this partnership, we will offer comprehensive logistics solutions supported by digitization, innovation, and a customer-centric approach, allowing us to efficiently manage the end-to-end supply chain”.

Commenting on the Joint Venture, Rampraveen Swaminathan, MD & CEO, of Mahindra Logistics Limited, said, “India’s economic resurgence, complemented by its unique geographical location, offers Japanese multinational companies an unprecedented opportunity in the country. Seino Holdings, with its distinguished legacy of business excellence, is in alignment with our commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and robust process capabilities throughout the supply chain. We envision this partnership contributing to the creation of a sustainable Rs. 1,000 Crore business model over the next five years, further reinforcing the ‘Make in India’ initiative and fostering local manufacturing and economic growth”.

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PUNE: Mahindra Logistics Limited (MLL), one of India’s largest integrated logistics solutions providers, announced the groundbreaking of its state-of-the-art warehousing facility in Phaltan, near Pune. Encompassing an expansive area of 6.5 lakh sq. ft., this facility will be developed in two phases. The first phase, comprising 3.5 lakh sq. ft., is scheduled to be operational by the end of 2024.

Spread over an area of 25 acres at Phaltan, the new facility will be an important part of Mahindra Logistics Ltd.’s nationwide network of multi-client facilities. Phaltan is a strategic location near key customers in auto OEM & components through this warehouse, Mahindra Logistics will manage inbound logistics to manufacturing and distribution solutions of diverse clients in automotive and manufacturing sectors, located in the region. The facility will be integrated with MLL’s national network of warehouses, full truckload, and express parcel service. Phase 1 has been contracted to a manufacturing customer and will function as their national logistics center and will go live by Q3, 2024-25. 

Amongst the largest warehouses by logistics service providers in the region, the facility will be designed as per Mahindra Logistics Ltd.’s sustainability standards.   These include measures such as decarbonization, utilization of renewable power, adherence to green warehousing standards, and active participation in local community development.  As a part of this announcement, Mahindra Logistics Ltd. also plans to dedicate resources to skill development initiatives, creating employment opportunities for more than 500 individuals in the region. The company and its partners are set to invest Rs. 170 crores in capital across multiple phases for the development of the new facility and related infrastructure.

Rampraveen Swaminathan, MD & Chief Executive Officer, Mahindra Logistics Ltd. said, “To enhance our capabilities and meet the rising demand, we are expanding our multi-client warehousing network across India. Our latest facility in Phaltan is strategically located to augment the overall business ecosystem for our valued clientele in the region. The facility will be integrated with our national network of multi-client facilities, express, and full truckload operations providing enhanced reach and service levels to our customers. It embodies our commitment to delivering world-class, technology-driven solutions and aligns with our vision to achieve carbon neutrality by 2040.”

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