GDL: Adapting to Environmental Challenges And Customer Demand
Standardizing shipping containers as per ISO specifications has made cargo handling and transportation more efficient and cost-effective, while advancements in technology and automation have further optimized the containerization process, informs Ishaan Prem Kishan Gupta, Joint Managing Director, Gateway Distriparks, while underlining the growing significance of sustainability, digitalization, and rail integration in the Container Logistics Market, which are being further driven by Government policies and incentives.
What new trends, developments and eco-friendly practices are being witnessed in the Cargo Container Industry?
In the evolving landscape of the Container Logistics Market, sustainability and the promotion of rail as a low-cost and environmentally friendly mode of transportation have emerged as pivotal trends and developments. Increasingly, rail transport is being integrated into container logistics networks, particularly for long-haul and intercontinental shipments, owing to its inherent advantages in emission reduction and reduced fuel consumption. This shift is further facilitated by investments in rail infrastructure and the establishment of rail corridors dedicated to container traffic.This is a premium article available exclusively for our subscribers.
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