New Delhi: State-owned logistics major Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with IIT Roorkee to collaborate on the development of an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-driven Decision Support System aimed at improving smart logistics planning, inventory management, and network optimisation.
The collaboration will utilise advanced technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Geospatial Analytics, and Operations Research to enhance CONCOR’s logistics operations and support the development of next-generation intelligent supply chain solutions.
AI-Based System to Transform Logistics Planning
The proposed AI-driven Decision Support System will help CONCOR optimise various aspects of its logistics network.
The collaboration will focus on improving:
- Train planning and scheduling
- Trailer utilisation
- Container inventory management
- Network optimisation
- Multimodal logistics operations
By integrating advanced analytics and intelligent decision-making tools, the system is expected to enable faster, more accurate, and efficient logistics planning.
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Driving Digital Transformation in Logistics Sector
The partnership between CONCOR and IIT Roorkee represents a significant step towards digital transformation in India’s logistics ecosystem.
The AI-enabled platform will help in:
- Smarter operational planning.
- Better utilisation of logistics assets.
- Improved supply chain efficiency.
- Reduction in operational expenses.
- Enhanced decision-making through data-driven insights.
The initiative aligns with the growing adoption of emerging technologies to modernise India’s transportation and logistics infrastructure.
Supporting Sustainable and Efficient Logistics Operations
Sustainability is a key focus area of the CONCOR-IIT Roorkee collaboration. The use of AI and analytics will help optimise resources, reduce unnecessary movement, and improve overall logistics efficiency.
The initiative is expected to contribute towards:
- Lower fuel consumption.
- Reduced carbon emissions.
- Environment-friendly transportation solutions.
- More efficient utilisation of existing infrastructure.
CONCOR and IIT Roorkee Join Hands for Next-Generation Logistics Solutions
Both organisations are committed to developing innovative solutions that can transform logistics operations through technology-driven approaches.
The collaboration combines CONCOR’s industry expertise in containerised transportation with IIT Roorkee’s research capabilities in artificial intelligence, analytics, and optimisation technologies.
Together, CONCOR and IIT Roorkee aim to build intelligent logistics systems that support India’s evolving supply chain requirements.
Highlights of CONCOR-IIT Roorkee Collaboration
- CONCOR and IIT Roorkee will jointly develop an AI-based logistics decision support system.
- The system will focus on smart DLP, inventory management, and network optimisation.
- Advanced technologies including AI, ML, geospatial analytics, and operations research will be deployed.
- The initiative aims to improve asset utilisation and reduce operational costs.
- The project will support sustainable logistics by helping reduce carbon emissions.
About CONCOR
Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) is a public sector undertaking engaged in the transportation and handling of containers and logistics services. Incorporated in March 1988 under the Companies Act, CONCOR began operations in November 1989 after taking over an existing network of seven Inland Container Depots (ICDs) from Indian Railways. The company plays a key role in India’s logistics sector by providing multimodal transportation solutions, container terminals, and supply chain management services across the country.
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