Jujhar Logistics Invests ₹329.53 Crore in 15 Greater-Height Auto Carrier Wagon Rakes, Accelerating Its Move to Green Rail Logistics

India : Jujhar Logistics Limited (BSE: 534796), today announced an investment of ₹329.53 crore through its subsidiary in 15 rakes of Greater Height Auto Carrier Wagons, type ACT 1 and ACT 3. The company has placed its purchase order with wagon major Texmaco Rail & Engineering Ltd. for the manufacture and supply of 434 auto car wagons.

The order is expected to give a major boost to the company, both in terms of revenue and volume. This investment forms part of Jujhar Logistics’ expansion strategy, as the Company continues to scale its vehicle logistics capabilities.

Built for the automobile industry

Both ACT 1 and ACT 3 wagon types are specifically designed to meet the requirements of the automobile industry. The new design has been developed in line with the best international practices within the Double Stack Dwarf Container profile. Besides regular cars, the wagons will enable transportation of SUVs on both decks, leading to a substantial increase in Rail Modal Share for the entire automobile sector, given the growing share of SUVs in the product mix of automobile majors.

Car loading onto a rail wagon via ramp (representative image)

Aligned with the Company’s green logistics commitment

As part of its commitment to a greener, more sustainable environment, the Company has invested in CNG vehicles and is also planning to transport automobiles for Major OEM’s through railway mode. Rail transportation reduces road congestion, lowers fuel consumption and minimises carbon emissions compared with conventional road transport – an important step toward environmentally responsible logistics.

The new wagon fleet supports this direction through:

•             Optimised transportation costs

•             Higher loading capacity and efficiency

•             Environmental benefits

•             Reduced CO₂ emissions and carbon footprint

•             Eco-friendly and sustainable logistics

•             Lower fuel consumption and energy use

•             Reduced impact on the environment

Auto carrier rake at a rail cargo yard (representative image)

“This investment is a decisive step in building rail capability alongside our road network. Purpose-designed wagons that carry more vehicles, including SUVs on both decks, will help us serve our automobile customers more efficiently, while lowering fuel consumption and carbon emissions.” – Mr. Arshdeep Singh Mundi, Managing Director, Jujhar Group

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