Allcargo Gati Expands Air Express Network

28 Nov 2024 CW Team

Allcargo Gati has expanded its air express logistics service to Imphal in the Northeast and Varanasi in Uttar Pradesh, offering direct delivery connections from key metro cities including Mumbai, Delhi, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Kolkata, and Ahmedabad. This strategic move aims to enhance connectivity, improve turnaround times, and cater to the logistics needs of diverse businesses across India.

The company’s air express service now operates via 34 commercial airports, providing reliable and faster delivery solutions. Designed for volume-based logistics, the service supports a wide range of industries, ensuring efficient movement of goods to both tier 1 and tier 2 cities.

Key features of the service include:

Multiple cut-off times for shipments. Late pickups for added flexibility. Next-day delivery options for urgent logistics needs. Allcargo Gati’s initiative reflects its commitment to providing comprehensive end-to-end logistics solutions, meeting the growing demand for speed and efficiency in the sector. This expansion also highlights the increasing importance of tier 2 cities like Imphal and Varanasi in India's logistics ecosystem.

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