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As part of a strategic partnership, Jeena & Co has provided on ground logistics support to TechEagle in successful completion of Asia’s first drone-based vaccine delivery project in complete cold chain environment for the Telangana government. During the project, TechEagle’s drone delivered vaccines in a temperature-controlled box weighing 2.5kg for an aerial distance of 11.5km drone maintained 2.40C through out the flight.
For the project Jeena Criticare managed the on-ground logistics and transportation while TechEagel was the drone OEM and operator for the specialised drone-enabled medical supply chain.
The above partnership is a step forward for logistics and supply chain companies, 3PL and 4PL players, as they accelerate the tech adoption across supply chains, embracing emerging deep tech like drones, AI, ML, and robotics.
This, especially in the backdrop of the recently liberalised drone technology rules, is in line with the Central Government’s ambitious plans to reduce the Logistics costs of the country through a combination of policy, technology adoption and infrastructure development. With the aftermath of the 2nd wave still fresh and the looming fear of a potential 3rd wave, it was only natural that the drone powered deliveries be first applied to medical and temperature sensitive pharma supply chains.
Speaking about the strategic partnership, Cyrus Katgara, Director, Jeena & Co added, “As one of the leading brands in end-to-end logistics and supply chain solutions in the country, we believe in not just staying relevant but also leading change. Our partnership with TechEagle is part of our commitment to driving digitally enabled efficiencies across our own business operations as well as to enhance our service offerings, such that it can add value and delight to our customers.”
“We also welcome the new policies introduced by the central government, around the use of drones for the private sector and I think these will go a long way in making drones affordable and accessible, allowing logistics and supply chain players to cut costs, reduce delivery times and drive efficiency, while optimising human resources and minimising dependency on road transport, that is marred with delays and roadblocks. Deploying drones can reduce the delivery time for a 2-hour road journey, to a mere 15-20 mins flight time! In the near future, with TechEagle as our drone delivery partner, we aim to expand our drone based service offerings to our existing and potential clients across retail, manufacturing, F&B, as well as Healthcare and Pharma. With the right partners by your side, the world can truly be your oyster!”
Speaking about the recent achievement and the potential long term growth plans with Jeena & Co, Vikram Singh Meena, Founder and CEO, TechEagle Innovations said, “With our vision to create the worlds largest on demand drone logistics network for package delivery in minutes to save lives, time and money, we are excited to partner with one of the legacy brands in the country. The positive policy amendments, including the recent liberalised Drone Rules 2021 and the accelerated push on digital adoption across supply chains, has opened several avenues where drones could not only disrupt and drive logistics and supply chain networks, but also be a game changer for Indian logistics, helping reduce the costs and get an edge in the international market scenario.”
“Being the front runner of drone delivery, we could not have asked for a better partner than Jeena with over 100 years of experience, reach and domain expertise, we have already completed Asia’s first drone-based vaccine delivery as part of the 'Medicine from the Sky' project by Telangana Government, World Economic Forum, NITI Aayog, and Apollo Hospitals. We look forward to transform last- and mid-mile supply chain with our indigenous drone technology and Jeena’s 100+ years of domain expertise.”
The recent Drone Liberalisation Policy announced by the central government in August 2021, is set to accelerate the drone tech adoption across sectors, include defence, mining, healthcare and logistics. This move is also in line with the government’s ambitious National Logistics Policy, which aims to bring a series of infrastructure and policy changes, and will aid in bringing down the overall logistics costs of the country.
With a number of relaxations in in the drone procurement and use by the private sector, the new policy has also increased the permissible weight load for drones and drone taxis, from the previous 300 kgs to 500Kg, which translates as major disrupter for the logistics sector. The move, when implemented, will help logistics and supply chain sector to optimise resources and minimise dependency on conventional modes of transport, while also building greener supply chain networks.
Federal Express Corporation is strengthening its European logistics infrastructure with a €46 million investment in the expansion of its road hub in Duiven, the Netherlands, reinforcing the facility’s role as a critical gateway in the company’s regional freight and parcel network. The expansion comes amid rising demand for premium international freight services and growing integration between air and road transportation across Europe. FedEx said the investment will significantly increase operational capacity at the Duiven site while improving efficiency and network resilience during peak shipping periods. Located in the Netherlands’ strategically important logistics corridor, the Duiven hub is one of FedEx’s largest and most technologically advanced road facilities in Europe. The company confirmed that the project involves acquiring and developing a neighboring facility to enhance freight handling capabilities and strengthen connectivity across the European Road Network. As part of the development, palletized freight handling capacity at the site will increase by more than 50 percent. FedEx will also add 65 new dock doors, taking the total number of dock doors at the facility to 265. The additional infrastructure is expected to streamline freight flows and reduce dependence on first- and last-mile processing locations. FedEx executives said the upgraded hub will play an increasingly important role in supporting the company’s integrated “truck-fly-truck” operating model, which combines road transport with international airfreight services. The model enables intercontinental shipments arriving by air to be distributed efficiently across Europe through the company’s road network. The company views premium airfreight as a major growth segment, particularly as customers seek faster and more reliable cross-border logistics solutions. By enhancing road connectivity from Duiven, FedEx aims to improve transit times, operational flexibility, and service reliability across European markets. The Netherlands continues to strengthen its position as one of Europe’s leading logistics gateways, supported by its central geographic location and multimodal transport infrastructure. FedEx’s latest investment also underlines the growing importance of integrated logistics hubs that can support both parcel and freight operations within a unified network. The first phase of the project will focus on enabling operations at the newly acquired facility, while future phases will include additional optimization measures and improved connectivity between the existing and new buildings. FedEx noted that freight and parcel volumes through Duiven have experienced strong growth over the past year, especially during year-end peak seasons, prompting the need for expanded capacity to support future demand. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐓𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 https://cargoconnect.co.in/ 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬!
Allcargo Terminals, a provider of cargo handling solutions with a network of Container Freight Stations and warehousing facilities, reported a net profit of ₹9 crore in the quarter ending in March, reversing a net loss of ₹2 crore from the same period last year due to increased volumes. Revenue rose by 12 percent to ₹208 crore, up from ₹186 crore. EBITDA increased by 31 percent to ₹44 crore, compared to ₹33 crore. In FY26, the company’s net profit rose 46 percent to ₹44 crore. Revenue was up 8 percent at ₹821 crore, up from ₹758 crore. EBITDA grew by 26 percent to ₹162 crore. Annual volumes also saw healthy growth of 7 percent, reaching 7.23 lakh TEUs, according to the company. Suresh Kumar R, Managing Director of Allcargo Terminals, stated that India's growing export-import momentum and strategic capacity expansion at key ports contributed to a 46 percent growth in net profit last fiscal year. The company’s focus on operational excellence has further built customer trust in various markets, allowing it to achieve the highest annual volumes ever. “In line with our strategic goals, we improved capacity at one of our two JNPT facilities and secured a ten-year extension for the other. We also began construction on the PFT-ICD at Farukhnagar in the March quarter, marking another important milestone in our growth journey,” Kumar said. The company is committed to making meaningful contributions to India’s expanding export-import ecosystem and logistics infrastructure, he added. For more such news and updates, visit CARGOCONNECT.
Shadowfax has appointed Sachin Dixit for the role of Head of Corporate Development and Investor Relations after the company went public in January 2026. The appointment comes at a time when Shadowfax is rapidly expanding its institutional interactions and governance structures as it enters into the next phase of its growth journey. The Bengaluru-headquartered third-party logistics firm said that Dixit would be joining its senior management team and would head investor relations, corporate communications, strategic investments, and capital markets engagements. The appointment comes on the heels of the firm's initial public offering and is seen as a step towards strengthening the firm's communication with its investors and growth plans. Dixit has close to 15 years of experience across financial services and technology-enabled businesses. Some of his past employers include JM Financial, CarDekho, Jefferies, and GHF Group. At JM Financial, he was involved in a number of IPOs of technology firms, including Nykaa, FirstCry, Urban Company, and Shadowfax. Dixit has more than 15 years of experience working with financial services and technology companies. Some of the companies he has served in the capacity of a leader include JM Financial, CarDekho, Jefferies, and GHF Group. As part of his stint with JM Financial, he was involved in handling several public market listings of technology firms like Nykaa, FirstCry, Urban Company, and Shadowfax. According to the firm, Dixit brings in his expertise in capital markets, investor relations, and the Indian internet business ecosystem – all three of which would help Shadowfax grow its footprint in the market after its listing. On the appointment, Sachin Dixit stated, “Digital commerce in India is experiencing its decade of growth, and Shadowfax is an integral player in this space by bringing about a transformation using technology-enabled logistics services. I am delighted to be a part of this company during such an important phase of its development and look forward to creating sustainable value through strategic planning, investor engagement and execution.” Dixit possesses an MBA degree from the Darden School of Business at the University of Virginia and a B.Tech from the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi. Established in 2015, Shadowfax is a technology-driven third-party logistics company that caters to enterprise customers in e-commerce, quick commerce, food delivery, and on-demand mobility industries. Some of its services include express parcel delivery, reverse logistics, hand-in-hand exchange, hyperlocal delivery, and quick commerce fulfillment. For more such news and updates, visit CARGOCONNECT.
