- A digital freight forwarding innovation for customers in India to tap on global logistics services efficiently
Schenker India Pvt. Ltd. a subsidiary of DB Schenker, the transport and logistics division of Deutsche Bahn Group, has launched its digitally forward innovation – Connect 4.0 Ocean to simplify the logistics process as easy as Click. Ship. Done. This service will enhance efficiency and provide hassle-free logistics and real time tracking through technology deployment.
Schenker India has a portfolio of clients spread across verticals like Aerospace, Electronics, Industrial, Automotive, Retail & Consumer and Healthcare. With the objective to drive India’s trade with a digital-first approach, Schenker India’s Connect 4.0 Ocean offering will benefit companies of all types and sizes across all industries.
The connect 4.0 Ocean platform is an online portal streamlining shipping processes to deliver a seamless interface for customers. The platform aims at giving the customers a unique experience by helping them customize the shipping services like getting real-time instant quotes, book and track a shipment with 24/7 online visibility from pick up to delivery.
Vishal Sharma, Chief Executive Officer, India & Indian Sub-Continent, Schenker India Private Limited said, “India is a priority market for DB Schenker globally. With implementation of GST and emphasis on growing digitally, the company is aggressively focussed on developing local logistics capabilities, since SMEs contribute to 40% of the nation’s exports. Access to Connect 4.0 Ocean services would significantly help in enhancing the business efficiency of shippers. Digitization in logistics is a global necessity and this development is a step forward to further capitalize on the growing logistics market in India.”
