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Delhivery Q4 profit stays flat at ₹72.4 crore even as revenue jumps 30% year on year

Delhivery Q4 profit stays flat at ₹72.4 crore even as revenue jumps 30% year on year

Delhivery reported a near-flat consolidated net profit of ₹72.4 crore for Q4 FY26, compared with ₹72.5 crore in the year-ago quarter. Revenue climbed 30% to ₹2,850 crore from ₹2,191.6 crore, while total income reached ₹2,909.4 crore including other income of ₹59.4 crore. On a sequential basis, profit rose sharply 83.3%. However, total expenses also grew 26.9% to ₹2,853.1 crore, keeping profitability muted.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Inc42 on 16 May 2026
Walmart and Amazon push faster deliveries into rural America aiming to capture a trillion dollar market

Walmart and Amazon push faster deliveries into rural America aiming to capture a trillion dollar market

Walmart and Amazon are accelerating online deliveries in rural U.S. areas long deemed too sparse and unprofitable, using store coverage and newly built micro-fulfillment hubs to overcome distance and road challenges. Morgan Stanley estimates the opportunity could reach up to $1 trillion annually. Remote work and rural economic gains are swelling demand, with Amazon investing $4 billion in same-day or next-day delivery across 4,000 smaller towns last year. Walmart also leans on its footprint, with 90% of Americans living within 10 miles of a store.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 16 May 2026

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Delhi to notify city logistics plan to spur industry investment amid LEADS 2025 top ranking

Delhi to notify city logistics plan to spur industry investment amid LEADS 2025 top ranking

Delhi’s government says it is preparing to notify a city logistics plan aimed at boosting industrial investment, with Chief Minister Rekha Gupta citing the capital’s top “Exemplary” standing in the LEADS 2025 Logistics Ease Index. The plan will be folded into the incoming Warehousing and Logistics Policy 2025 and builds on reforms like the Delhi Single Window System for faster approvals, pothole-free road upgrades by the PWD, and ULIP for API-based real-time monitoring and data sharing.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 16 May 2026
Globbel launches cross-border ecommerce platform promising global expansion in weeks across 16 markets

Globbel launches cross-border ecommerce platform promising global expansion in weeks across 16 markets

Globbel has officially launched a unified cross-border ecommerce platform aimed at helping brands expand internationally across 16 markets in weeks rather than years. The system combines logistics orchestration, localized payments, tax and regulatory compliance, and marketplace or D2C storefront integrations into a single operating layer—built on Stelcore infrastructure that supports thousands of brands.

Summarised by Beize from a story on YourStory on 15 May 2026
A-1 Ltd adds 10 tankers aiming for green logistics by 2028

A-1 Ltd adds 10 tankers aiming for green logistics by 2028

Chemical logistics firm A-1 Ltd plans to expand its fleet by adding 10 multi-axle tankers as it targets a “multi-vertical green enterprise” by 2028. The Gujarat-based company reported consolidated revenue of Rs 342.91 crore in FY26, up 3.44% from FY25, and a 32.5% jump in revenue in the March quarter. Profit stood at Rs 4.36 crore. Growth was supported by supply pacts including a 10,000 MT nitric acid agreement and a Rs 127.50 crore industrial urea order, alongside moves into electric mobility.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Petrol diesel jump by Rs 3 may quietly raise food delivery cab and flight costs nationwide

Petrol diesel jump by Rs 3 may quietly raise food delivery cab and flight costs nationwide

Petrol and diesel prices in India have risen by Rs 3 per litre, but the impact is unlikely to stay at the fuel pump. Because diesel and petrol power trucks, buses, generators and last mile delivery, the hike can ripple through transport and logistics costs. That means gradual pressure on prices of perishable essentials like vegetables, milk, curd and packaged foods. Delivery platforms, cab aggregators and even local transit and school transport could face higher fees or surge pricing if fuel stays elevated.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026

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Redington ramps up air freight to Middle East as Hormuz closure slashes sea logistics

Redington ramps up air freight to Middle East as Hormuz closure slashes sea logistics

Indian IT distributor Redington has sharply increased air freight deliveries to the Middle East after conflict disrupted sea routes and closed the Strait of Hormuz, squeezing capacity and driving up rates. The company says air has replaced much of its former sea share since late February, with higher fuel costs contributing. Redington also redistributed inventory, rerouted logistics via Saudi Arabia and Oman, and arranged alternative insurance after insurers withdrew war-risk coverage. Despite demand dips in UAE and Saudi Arabia, it expects 10% to 15% revenue growth in FY2027.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 15 May 2026
Shadowfax rallies 17% to record high after Q4 profit swing and revenue surge impress investors

Shadowfax rallies 17% to record high after Q4 profit swing and revenue surge impress investors

Shadowfax shares surged as much as 17.2% to an all-time high of ₹192.35 on the BSE after a strong Q4 update, though profit booking later pulled it to about 9% higher at ₹178.8. The company reported Q4 FY26 net profit of ₹55.8 crore versus a net loss of ₹9.9 crore a year earlier, alongside 73.6% jump in operating revenue to ₹1,237 crore. Adjusted EBITDA rose to ₹58 crore as margins expanded, supported by AI-led automation and quick commerce expansion.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Inc42 on 15 May 2026
Amazon launches 30 minute delivery in the US, but India already gets it in just 10 minutes

Amazon launches 30 minute delivery in the US, but India already gets it in just 10 minutes

Amazon’s ultrafast Amazon Now service is rolling out in the US, promising delivery in half an hour or less for an extra fee. The catch: the program began earlier in India, where deliveries take about 10 minutes. To make it work, Amazon is opening small order-processing microhubs—about CVS size—stocking roughly 3,500 products. The company is charging Prime members from $3.99, with additional small-basket fees. Amazon Now expands across major cities and targets urgent everyday essentials.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Republic on 14 May 2026
Shadowfax turns profitable with 56 crore Q4 profit as revenue surges 74 percent year over year

Shadowfax turns profitable with 56 crore Q4 profit as revenue surges 74 percent year over year

Shadowfax reported a consolidated net profit of ₹55.8 crore in Q4 FY26, reversing a ₹9.9 crore loss in the year-ago quarter. Revenue from operations jumped 73.6% YoY to ₹1,237 crore, with total income at ₹1,242.6 crore. Costs also rose 64.2%, but profit still grew nearly 60% sequentially.

Summarised by Beize from a story on Inc42 on 14 May 2026

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Warehousing demand surges 15% as Mumbai leads a resilient March quarter leasing sprint

Warehousing demand surges 15% as Mumbai leads a resilient March quarter leasing sprint

India’s industrial and warehousing market stayed resilient in the March quarter as manufacturing and third-party logistics drove occupier activity across major cities. Leasing transactions rose 15% year-on-year to 19.3 million sq ft, with Mumbai posting the strongest momentum through a 66% jump in transactions. Rental values also moved up across key markets.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
India warehousing growth to cluster in 13 corridors capturing most Grade A demand and supply

India warehousing growth to cluster in 13 corridors capturing most Grade A demand and supply

India’s industrial and warehousing market is rapidly concentrating into 13 logistics and manufacturing corridors, which are expected to account for 70–80% of Grade A activity. Since 2021, these clusters have driven 75% of both demand and supply, powered by infrastructure buildout and manufacturing expansion. With momentum intact, rentals are set to keep rising.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Supply chain strain returns as logistics costs surge and delivery times hit multi year highs

Supply chain strain returns as logistics costs surge and delivery times hit multi year highs

Supply-chain stress is rising again, with logistics costs and delivery times climbing toward multi-year highs. The renewed disruption is starting to worry central banks, because higher transport expenses can quickly feed into consumer prices. With pressure building across trade and delivery signals, inflation risks may re-emerge just as policymakers thought the worst was behind them.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026
Indian investors show fresh appetite in Sri Lanka for ports, logistics and hospitality expansion

Indian investors show fresh appetite in Sri Lanka for ports, logistics and hospitality expansion

Sri Lanka is pushing to deepen trade ties with India, and the Ceylon Chamber of Commerce says momentum is building. With the island’s economy recovering and stabilising, Indian interest is concentrating in hospitality, ports, and logistics—areas seen as ripe for new partnerships. Regional cooperation is also being flagged as the lever to turn interest into lasting collaboration.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 14 May 2026

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Tamil Nadu UP Mizoram top India logistics performance as 2025 rankings reveal winners

Tamil Nadu UP Mizoram top India logistics performance as 2025 rankings reveal winners

India’s logistics performance ranking for 2025 spotlights Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh, Mizoram and Delhi as “exemplars,” while 11 states or territories are “high performers.” Eighteen are “accelerators” improving their systems, and four “growth seekers” are still building capacity. The classification is designed to guide targeted logistics reforms across regions.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Diesel crunch is stranding Indian truckers and slowing goods across the country

Diesel crunch is stranding Indian truckers and slowing goods across the country

Indian truckers are stuck in long roadside lines as diesel availability tightens. Private fuel stations have reportedly cut sales or raised prices, while state-run companies struggle with demand and resulting shortages. The ripple effect is slowing the movement of goods nationwide, and a modest price increase is expected soon—though it may not fully offset losses for fuel firms.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 13 May 2026
Mitsui OSK Lines turns to India for shipbuilding and logistics terminals to boost car shipments

Mitsui OSK Lines turns to India for shipbuilding and logistics terminals to boost car shipments

Japan’s Mitsui OSK Lines is looking to build ships in India and expand into roll-on roll-off terminals, aiming to strengthen inland logistics. The move is designed to reinforce MOL’s position in shipping automobiles from India, with the country identified as a priority region for growth. The company is also weighing broader investments that could reshape its regional transport network.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Welspun One and Balmer Lawrie ink deal for 65000 sq ft warehousing expansion at JNPA SEZ

Welspun One and Balmer Lawrie ink deal for 65000 sq ft warehousing expansion at JNPA SEZ

Welspun One has signed an agreement with Balmer Lawrie to lease 65,000 sq ft of warehousing space at WTC Nhava Sheva within the JNPA SEZ. The deal is Welspun One’s first partnership with a government-owned company. Balmer Lawrie plans to expand logistics operations, with the facility expected to be operational by early 2027.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026

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Amazon Now brings 30 minute deliveries to more cities for a small extra fee

Amazon Now brings 30 minute deliveries to more cities for a small extra fee

Amazon is rolling out a faster delivery option dubbed Amazon Now, promising orders arrive in 30 minutes or less for an extra charge. The service is expanding across urban areas in multiple countries as Amazon builds small order-processing hubs designed to handle urgent requests. The move pushes delivery speed into a new premium tier for city shoppers.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
Bodo Moller Chemie opens Bengaluru aerospace warehouse to fuel India civilian and defence supply

Bodo Moller Chemie opens Bengaluru aerospace warehouse to fuel India civilian and defence supply

Bodo Moller Chemie has launched an aerospace warehouse facility in Bengaluru, aimed at supplying advanced materials to aviation and industrial manufacturers. The centre supports civilian and military production as well as repair and maintenance operations. With India’s aerospace and electronics sectors expanding, the company expects strong growth ahead and deeper local supply capabilities.

Summarised by Beize from a story on The Economic Times on 12 May 2026
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