With its two major ports and strong trade ties, Kolkata is emerging as a key logistics hub for global commerce. Warehouse demand is booming, especially in the NH16 micromarket area, where major e-commerce players like Amazon and Flipkart have set up shop. Upcoming infrastructure projects, like the Eastern Dedicated Freight Corridor and Tajpur Port, highlight the city’s expanding influence in the worldwide supply chain that — thanks to the following Kolkata-based companies — shows no signs of slowing down.
Top Logistics Companies in Kolkata
- Blue Dart
- DHL
- Fedex
- Safexpress
- Amazon
- Trans-Axis Logistics
- TM International Logistics Limited
- Maersk
17 Top Logistics Companies in Kolkata to Know
Logistics powerhouse Maersk has operated in India for more than 20 years, serving 15 main ports and operating 45 inland acceptance depots across the country. The Denmark-based company provides end-to-end supply chain solutions — including shipping, logistics, terminal operations, air and land freight, warehousing and customs services — that are all designed to enhance global business connectivity. With regional headquarters in Mumbai, Maersk operates a branch office and a port in Kolkata.
Amazon operates a comprehensive logistics network that includes fulfillment centers, warehouses, transportation hubs and delivery services, allowing it to manage the entire supply chain for its e-commerce business. This includes fulfillment centers and last-mile delivery stations in Kolkata that serve customers in the region. These facilities are integrated into Amazon’s larger logistics framework, which is responsible for shipping 1.6 million packages per day.
Global logistics giant DHL delivers about 1.5 billion parcels every year. Founded in 1969, the Germany-based company offers domestic and international package delivery, e-commerce shipping and fulfillment services, international express, road, air and ocean transport as well as industrial supply chain management in more than 220 countries around the world. In India, DHL employs more than 14,000 people across 142 warehouses, offices and cross docks, including branch offices and service hubs in Kolkata.
Multinational conglomerate Fedex handles an average 16 million packages a day worldwide. The Tennessee-based company offers express parcel delivery, freight shipping and supply chain solutions, including air and ground shipping, e-commerce logistics and customs clearance support for businesses and individuals. Its B2B services help streamline operations with automation and blockchain-enhanced supply chain visibility, while ensuring efficient package pickup, transport and delivery.
WareIQ says it provides “Amazon-Prime-like” next-day delivery for eCommerce businesses in India, offering a full-stack fulfillment platform for direct-to-consumer, marketplaces, quick commerce and B2B channels. With strategically located warehouses and AI-driven inventory placement, the Bangalore-based company enables faster deliveries while reducing logistics costs by 30 percent, according to its website. Its widespread fulfillment centers support high-volume orders, bulk shipments, custom packaging and labeling for more than 400 partners, including Durex, W for Women and Aurelia.
Sea-Wings Logistics is an international freight forwarder that offers a wide range of logistics services. Founded in 1999, the Kolkata-headquartered company provides global solutions, including sea and air freight, bulk cargo chartering, road and barge transport as well as customs and insurance services. With a focus on export and import needs, Sea-Wings also operates an international express cargo division for door-to-door express shipping.
CCI Logistics, founded in 1977, is a supply chain solutions provider serving industries like oil and gas, chemicals, food, pharma, fast-moving consumer goods, e-commerce and manufacturing. With a fleet of more than 600 containerized vehicles, advanced network planning and real-time cargo tracking, CCI offers tailor-made primary and secondary multi-modal transportation, last-mile delivery and international freight forwarding services.
TM International Logistics Limited was founded in 2002 as a joint venture between Tata Steel, NYK Holding and IQ Martrade. Based in Kolkata, the company offers a wide range of logistics services, from port operations and freight forwarding to supply chain management and warehousing. With offices in India, Dubai, Germany and China, TMILL acts as a one-stop shop for managing logistics, providing seamless, end-to-end solutions for various types of cargo.
RCPL is a multi-modal logistics provider that’s been delivering timely and safe cargo deliveries for more than 20 years. With 55 branches nationwide, more than 100 delivery destinations and a daily handling capacity exceeding 230 tons, the New Delhi-based company transports cargo via air, train and surface express services, while also offering CCTV-protected warehousing and packaging solutions for fragile, sensitive and heavy items. In Kolkata, RCPL operates office branches and transport hubs.
Headquartered in Kolkata, Mahakal Cargo Logistics provides packing and moving services. The company’s supply chain management system covers the transportation, storage and distribution of goods across railway, air, surface and ocean cargo. Since its founding in 2002, Mahakal Cargo has completed more than 4,500 projects.
Trans Axis Logistic LLP provides domestic and international shipping, next-day metro delivery and air, road and cargo services. Headquartered in Kolkata, the company also offers affordable packers and movers, supply chain management and cost-effective shipping solutions for businesses of all sizes. With more than 35,000 shipments delivered since its founding in 2020, Trans-Axis is building a strong reputation in e-commerce logistics and time-bound B2B and B2C deliveries.
Seajaan Logistics specializes in global shipping, freight forwarding and logistics solutions. As a registered multi-modal transporter and member of the world’s largest collective of independent freight forwarders, the WCA Logistics Network, the company arranges ocean freight shipping, manages full and partial container shipments, consolidates smaller cargo loads and provides customs clearance services. Seajaan manages around 500 export and import shipping containers every quarter, moving 20,000 tons of bulk cargo from Kolkata and Haldia ports.
Blue Dart is an integrated transportation parcel delivery company, specializing in time-sensitive shipments across a domestic and international network that operates in more than 220 countries. As part of the DHL Group, it offers comprehensive supply chain solutions, including air and ground express services, e-commerce logistics, freight forwarding and warehousing. With more than 56,000 locations in India, Blue Dart operates key distribution hubs and service centers in Kolkata.
Safexpress offers express distribution, third-party logistics and consulting services to businesses and individuals. With a vast network covering more than 31,000 pincodes and a 12,500 GPS-enabled vehicle fleet, the Gurugram-based company delivers more than 134 million packages annually to its 5,000 corporate clients. Supported by 21.2 million square feet of warehousing space, Safexpress has plans to further expand its logistics infrastructure at key industrial hubs.
Kintetsu World Express is a global logistics provider of air and ocean freight, customs brokerage, surface logistics and third-party distribution services. With operations in more than 45 countries, the Tokyo-based company handles large-scale cargo shipments across its network of 660 locations and 311 warehouses, while also offering end-to-end supply chain solutions. KWE expanded operations to India in 1997, establishing regional headquarters in Bangalore, warehouses and branch offices, including one in Kolkata.
Founded in 1996, the Varuna Group specializes in end-to-end logistics services. With a fleet of more than 2,000 trucks across 60 branches and 25 warehouses, the Gurgaon-based company provides transportation, warehousing and integrated services to industries like automotive, pharmaceuticals, electrical and consumer goods.
Indian logistics company Allcargo Gati Limited specializes in express distribution, supply chain management, warehousing and e-commerce operations. With an extensive network covering more than 19,800 PIN codes across 735 districts, the Hyderabad-based company provides door-to-door delivery services and surface and air express solutions for businesses, including bike courier and retail services for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises.
