Overview
- Dighi Port Limited, an APSEZ subsidiary, signed an agreement with Motherson’s joint venture SAMRX to develop a dedicated roll-on/roll-off terminal for finished vehicles.
- The facility is specified to handle about 200,000 cars per year, positioning Dighi as a key gateway for manufacturers in the Mumbai–Pune auto corridor.
- Planned capabilities include AI-driven yard optimisation, real-time tracking, single-window yard and pre-delivery services, EV charging and export readiness.
- SAMRX will invest to vertically integrate terminal services and provide 360-degree cargo visibility with the goal of lowering logistics costs for OEMs.
- The announcement aligns with 'Make in India' objectives, and market reaction was muted with Adani Ports shares slightly lower during the reported session.