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Western Carriers secures Rs 1,089 Cr order from Vedanta

Kolkata, Feb 8 (UNI) Kolkata-based Western Carriers (India) Ltd (WCIL), one of India’s leading private, multimodal, rail-focused, 4PL asset-light logistics companies, has secured a Rs 1,089 crore order from Vedanta Limited.
"This makes it one of the largest orders in the Indian multi-modal logistics industry, reinforcing WCIL’s position as a trusted partner for large-scale, multi-modal supply chain solutions," a company statement said on Saturday.
The four-year contract until 2028 covers the transportation of aluminium ingots, billets, wire rods, pig iron, and EXIM shipments for export. The order includes various multi-modal logistics solutions, including moving goods from Vedanta’s plants in Jharsuguda (Odisha) to key export ports, as well as major domestic hubs pan-India.
"Vedanta, a global leader in natural resources, has been a marquee client for us and this mega order underscores their trust in Western Carriers’ expertise in delivering seamless, cost-effective, and efficient multi-modal logistics solutions. As India’s leading 4PL logistics provider, we remain committed to leveraging our extensive network, cutting-edge technology, and operational excellence to enhance supply chain efficiency for our clients,” company CEO Kanishka Sethia said.
Western Carriers has a pan-India presence, with over 50 branch offices and four zonal offices across 23 states.
The company operates 16 warehouses across 12 states and manages over 55 major public rake-handling points nationwide, enabling first-mile and last-mile connectivity even in remote regions.
As of nine months ended FY25, Western Carriers reported Rs 1,297 crores in revenue from operations, with a profit-after-tax (PAT) of Rs 68 crore.
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