Nestlé India has inaugurated a fully automated, paperless Distribution Center (DC) in Bhiwandi, Maharashtra, reinforcing its commitment to sustainability and digital transformation. The centre is the company’s first to feature a Digital Twin, enabling warehouse simulation and predictive planning.

Built in just seven months, the facility houses 20,000 pallet positions and the country’s largest cold room for chocolate storage. It also features India’s first shuttle racking system, improving space efficiency and throughput. Other innovations include AI-enabled CCTV, a digital rack inspection system, sensor-equipped handling equipment, and a dedicated repacking centre.

“All elements of efficiency, agility, safety and sustainability come together in our new Bhiwandi DC,” said Varun Gupta, Head – Supply Chain, Nestlé India. “It showcases optimal automation, AI and ML-driven planning, and omnichannel service capability.”

The facility also supports Nestlé’s Net Zero goals. Currently, 25 per cent of cargo between Sanand and Bhiwandi is transported using alternate-fuel vehicles. Nestlé has also launched an Operations Command Hub and a Logistics Operations Competence Center to drive sustainable logistics practices in partnership with its supply chain collaborators.