Asian Paints inks deal with Mahindra Logistics

Leading paints company, Asian Paints, has entered into an agreement with Mahindra Logistics to strengthen its supply-chain in Eastern India.

According to a media release, Mahindra Logistics will be handling the regional distribution centre measuring one lakh square feet at Dankuni in West Bengal and the first leg of distribution from this facility. The services will be backed up by technologies for transport and warehouse management.

Mahindra Logistics’ CEO Mr. Piroj-shaw Sarkari said given the association with Asian Paints over the years, this additional scope of work will add value to their supply-chain and enable them to achieve the desired effectiveness and efficiency.

Mahindra Logistics is a portfolio company of Mahindra Partners, the $1-bn private equity division of the Mahindra Group. It has expertise in offering end-to-end solution for supply-chain management across sectors including FMCG, pharma, e-commerce and the auto industry.