Summary

The Container logistics industry comprising of Inland Container Depot (ICD) and Container Freight Stations (CFS) is among the fastest growing segments in the Indian logistics sector. Growth in international trade coupled with the rise in containerization levels in India are the major factors driving demand for CFS and ICDs. The market is valued at approximately INR 65 bn is expected to grow strongly due to the constant demand generated by importers and exporters for specialized services.

The report begins with an overview of the industry indicating market size, growth prospects and containerized cargo levels reflecting on the opportunity in the market. The positioning of the industry in the logistics value chain and the major activities executed at these facilities has been discussed. A detailed analysis of various functions of ICD/CFS as well as set-up formalities that need to be catered to has been highlighted in order to assist investors.

An analysis of the drivers explains factors contributing to the huge potential based on the growth in port traffic, custom clearance activities performed by these institutions, high profit margins in comparison to other logistics activities and government impetus through dedicated freight corridor. The key challenges identified include the high cost of developing a facility and procedural issues with movement of cargo.

The major private and public players have been profiled. This section contains a snapshot of their geographic presence, future investment outlook as well as their financial performance, providing an insight into the existing competitive scenario.

Table of Contents

Page 1: Executive Summary
Overview
Page 2: State of container logistics segment
Page 3: Market size & growth (incl. forecast) 2008-2012
Page 4: Role & Position in the logistics industry
Functions & Benefits
Page 5-6: Services provided
Page 7: Benefits to importers, exporters and port authorities
Set-up Requirements
Page 8-9: Procedure to be followed for market entry
Drivers and Challenges
Page 10: Summary
Page 11-15: Drivers
Page 16: Challenges
Major Players
Page 17: Geographic Presence
Page 18-19: Allcargo Global Logistics
Page 20-21: Central Warehousing Corporation
Page 22-23: Container Corporation of India
Page 24-25: Gateway Distriparks Ltd
Key developments
Page 26: Key developments