India Warehousing Show Concludes with Record Participation

04 Jul 2025 CW Team

The show was inaugurated by Shri Pankaj Kumar, Joint Secretary – Logistics, DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, who delivered a speech emphasizing the role of integrated logistics in India’s infrastructure growth. Over the three-day event, the programme featured insightful panel discussions on future-ready supply-chain leadership, ESG integration, cybersecurity in smart logistics, and the upcoming National Warehouse Rating Framework. A key highlight was the soft launch of the E-Handbook on Warehousing Standards, a collaborative effort between the Warehousing Association of India (WAI) and DPIIT, setting a significant precedent for industry standardization.

Throughout the show, discussions explored India’s potential as a global supply-chain partner, with a focus on the rise of quick-commerce and instant-delivery models. Prominent speakers from industry leaders such as Nestlé, IBM, Mankind Pharma, NAFED, JK Cement, Hyperpure Zomato, Infosys, Zebra Technologies, and others underscored the importance of upskilling, Industry 4.0 automation, and cybersecurity to build more resilient and efficient supply chains.

Innovation was at the forefront on the show floor, with numerous groundbreaking product launches. Toyota Material Handling introduced the Discel Focklift CEV 5 trucks, Treewalker Automation unveiled Delivery Robotics, and Swastik Industries showcased PLS Boxes. Other key highlights included ITOH Denki’s Power Moller solutions and Boxtron’s Bharat Screed B23. These innovations, alongside global offerings from Germany, the UAE, China, Singapore, and the UK, drew significant attention from logistics heads, procurement leaders, warehousing experts, and government stakeholders eager to explore the latest advancements in the field.

Umang Gupta, Country Head at RX India, shared, “The India Warehousing Show is the flagship event for India’s logistics and supply chain industry. This year’s edition attracted a diverse group of national and international exhibitors and highlighted advanced machinery, automation solutions, and breakthrough technologies. It provided a platform for India to showcase its growing ambitions in global supply chain leadership.”

Looking ahead, the India Cold Chain Show will return to Mumbai this November, bringing together industry experts, solution providers, and decision-makers to explore innovations in cold storage and temperature-controlled logistics, further cementing India’s position as a key player in the global logistics and supply chain landscape.

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The 14th edition of the India Warehousing Show (IWS) 2025 wrapped up successfully at Yashobhoomi (IICC), Dwarka, drawing over 300 exhibitors from 15 countries and welcoming more than 15,000 visitors from India and abroad. As the country’s leading platform for warehousing and supply-chain excellence, the event highlighted cutting-edge technologies, sustainable solutions, and new product innovations that are reshaping the logistics sector.The show was inaugurated by Shri Pankaj Kumar, Joint Secretary – Logistics, DPIIT, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India, who delivered a speech emphasizing the role of integrated logistics in India’s infrastructure growth. Over the three-day event, the programme featured insightful panel discussions on future-ready supply-chain leadership, ESG integration, cybersecurity in smart logistics, and the upcoming National Warehouse Rating Framework. A key highlight was the soft launch of the E-Handbook on Warehousing Standards, a collaborative effort between the Warehousing Association of India (WAI) and DPIIT, setting a significant precedent for industry standardization.Throughout the show, discussions explored India’s potential as a global supply-chain partner, with a focus on the rise of quick-commerce and instant-delivery models. Prominent speakers from industry leaders such as Nestlé, IBM, Mankind Pharma, NAFED, JK Cement, Hyperpure Zomato, Infosys, Zebra Technologies, and others underscored the importance of upskilling, Industry 4.0 automation, and cybersecurity to build more resilient and efficient supply chains.Innovation was at the forefront on the show floor, with numerous groundbreaking product launches. Toyota Material Handling introduced the Discel Focklift CEV 5 trucks, Treewalker Automation unveiled Delivery Robotics, and Swastik Industries showcased PLS Boxes. Other key highlights included ITOH Denki’s Power Moller solutions and Boxtron’s Bharat Screed B23. These innovations, alongside global offerings from Germany, the UAE, China, Singapore, and the UK, drew significant attention from logistics heads, procurement leaders, warehousing experts, and government stakeholders eager to explore the latest advancements in the field.Umang Gupta, Country Head at RX India, shared, “The India Warehousing Show is the flagship event for India’s logistics and supply chain industry. This year’s edition attracted a diverse group of national and international exhibitors and highlighted advanced machinery, automation solutions, and breakthrough technologies. It provided a platform for India to showcase its growing ambitions in global supply chain leadership.”Looking ahead, the India Cold Chain Show will return to Mumbai this November, bringing together industry experts, solution providers, and decision-makers to explore innovations in cold storage and temperature-controlled logistics, further cementing India’s position as a key player in the global logistics and supply chain landscape.

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