“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.” Arshdeep Singh Mundi, Managing Director, Jujhar Group
Jujhar Logistics Limited has 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.
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.
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 OEMs through railway mode. Rail transportation reduces road congestion, lowers fuel consumption and minimizes carbon emissions compared with conventional road transport – an important step toward environmentally responsible logistics.
“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,” said Arshdeep Singh Mundi, Managing Director, Jujhar Group.
