Adani Ports Partners with Motherson for Dighi Port Auto Export Facility
Filing Summary
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has entered into an agreement with Motherson’s joint venture, Samvardhana Motherson Hamakyorex Engineered Logistics Limited (SAMRX), to establish a dedicated automobile export facility at Dighi Port in Maharashtra. The facility is designed to handle 200,000 cars annually, enhancing logistics for the Mumbai to Pune auto belt. The partnership aims to streamline vehicle exports through a new RoRo terminal featuring advanced infrastructure. This collaboration aligns with APSEZ’s strategy to expand its logistics capabilities and support India’s automotive sector.
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ) has announced a partnership with Motherson’s joint venture, Samvardhana Motherson Hamakyorex Engineered Logistics Limited (SAMRX), to develop a dedicated automobile export facility at Dighi Port in Maharashtra. The facility is expected to handle 200,000 cars per year, serving as a new export terminal for the Mumbai to Pune auto belt. This initiative is part of APSEZ’s strategy to enhance its logistics capabilities and support the automotive sector in India.
The financial terms of the agreement between APSEZ and SAMRX have not been disclosed in the filing. However, the collaboration involves investment from SAMRX to integrate its services vertically, providing a comprehensive logistics solution. The facility will offer value-added services such as single-window RoRo operations, AI-driven yard optimization, and real-time vehicle traceability. These services are designed to improve efficiency and reduce logistics costs for automotive OEMs.
The operational scope of the new facility includes the development of a RoRo (Roll on and Roll off) terminal with state-of-the-art infrastructure. The terminal will streamline end-to-end Finished Vehicle (FV) logistics, offering services such as yard management, pre-delivery inspection, charging, storage, and vessel loading. The facility will also feature a RoRo-ready jetty infrastructure with sheltered water, ensuring seamless all-weather operations. Additionally, it will support next-generation electric vehicle exports with an EV-ready logistics hub.
Dighi Port is strategically located on the west coast of India, serving as a gateway for Maharashtra’s industrial corridors. The port offers closed warehouses, tank farms, and open stockyards for commodity storage, along with direct berthing facilities and excellent road connectivity. Its expansion into RoRo operations marks a significant milestone in APSEZ’s vision to create integrated, future-ready logistics hubs. This development aligns with the Make in India initiative, facilitating seamless export and import of vehicles for global markets.
The timeline for the implementation of the new facility has not been specified in the filing. However, the partnership between APSEZ and SAMRX is expected to enhance the automotive supply chain in India, providing a strategic asset that boosts efficiency and reduces logistics costs for OEM partners. The collaboration is part of APSEZ’s ongoing efforts to expand its nationwide footprint and reinforce its commitment to world-class port infrastructure and sustainable development.
Motherson, through its joint venture SAMRX, focuses on providing integrated logistics solutions to the automotive industry. The partnership with APSEZ is a strategic move to enhance its service portfolio and create a strategic asset that will deliver tangible value to its customers.
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd is India’s largest integrated ports and logistics company, operating 15 strategically located ports and terminals across the country. The company aims to strengthen its logistics capabilities and support India’s economic growth through sustainable development and seamless trade connectivity. APSEZ’s comprehensive “shore-to-door” capability positions it as a leading integrated logistics solutions provider in India.