Allcargo Gati

Allcargo Gati is an Indian logistics company whose business originates with Gati, a courier and distribution enterprise established in 1989. The company began by operating same-day courier and distribution services between Madras, now Chennai, and Madurai, and expanded within its first year to Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai and Hosur. Its early proposition combined parcel movement with courier management and time-definite delivery. Gati became associated with operational features such as recording a delivery date on the shipment docket and offering a money-back guarantee, practices that helped distinguish its express-delivery service in the Indian market. The business was incorporated as Gati Corporation Ltd. in 1995. During the second half of the 1990s it broadened its activities from conventional courier work into multimodal logistics, international services and connections with SAARC markets. In the 2000s, it invested in technology and operating infrastructure, including a vehicle-tracking system designed to monitor people, packages and vehicles through a centralized computer platform. It also established a centralized call centre in Nagpur. These developments supported the company’s transition from a regional courier operator toward a more integrated express-logistics provider. Between 2009 and 2012, Gati entered into a joint venture with Kintetsu World Express for express distribution and supply-chain activities. The resulting Gati-KWE business became an important part of the company’s broader logistics offering. During the same period, Gati introduced e-commerce logistics services, extending its customer base beyond traditional commercial shippers to online retailers and businesses requiring fulfilment and delivery support. Allcargo Logistics acquired Gati in 2020 and subsequently integrated the company into the Allcargo Group’s logistics portfolio. The company continued to operate as a listed Indian logistics business, with its shares traded on the National Stock Exchange and the Bombay Stock Exchange. In October 2023, the corporate name was changed to Allcargo Gati, aligning the business more visibly with its parent group while retaining the established Gati identity. Allcargo Gati’s described service scope includes surface express and air express logistics, warehousing, supply-chain management, air freight and e-commerce logistics. Its principal market is India, although the historical business also developed international operations serving SAARC countries. In June 2025, the company announced a 24-hour air-delivery service to eight Indian metropolitan cities and joined the government-backed Open Network for Digital Commerce to support digital last-mile connectivity. Shashi Kiran Shetty, founder and chairman of Allcargo Logistics, serves as chairman of Allcargo Gati. Public reference material does not establish reliable current figures for revenue, market share, network size or employee count, so those metrics are not stated here.

Gati was founded in 1989 by Mahendra Agarwal and initially operated same-day courier and distribution services between Madras, now Chennai, and Madurai. The company expanded during its first year into Hyderabad, Bengaluru, Chennai and Hosur. Its early service model included courier management and time-related delivery commitments. Gati became known for placing a delivery date on the shipment docket and for offering a money-back guarantee, features that reflected an emphasis on accountability in a developing Indian express-delivery market. The business was incorporated in 1995 as Gati Corporation Ltd. From 1996 to 2000, it expanded into multimodal logistics, international courier services and operations connected with SAARC countries. This marked a shift from a primarily regional courier operation toward a broader transportation and distribution business. The company’s later activities covered both domestic and international logistics requirements. From 2001 to 2008, Gati introduced operational and technology infrastructure intended to improve control over its growing network. It launched a vehicle-tracking system and a centralized computer platform for managing people, packages and vehicles in real time. It also created a centralized call centre in Nagpur. These initiatives supported shipment visibility and centralized customer and operations management. Between 2009 and 2012, Gati signed a joint-venture agreement with Kintetsu World Express for its express-distribution and supply-chain businesses. The resulting Gati-KWE operation expanded the company’s capabilities in integrated logistics. During this period, Gati also introduced e-commerce logistics, responding to the growth of online commerce and the need for specialized fulfilment and delivery services. Allcargo Logistics acquired Gati in 2020. Following the acquisition, Gati became part of Allcargo’s broader logistics group while retaining its established operating identity and express-distribution heritage. The company remained listed on India’s National Stock Exchange and Bombay Stock Exchange. In October 2023, its name was changed to Allcargo Gati, making the connection with the parent group explicit. The present business is described as providing surface and air express logistics, warehousing, supply-chain services, air freight and e-commerce logistics. In June 2025, Allcargo Gati launched a 24-hour air-delivery service to eight Indian metropolitan cities and joined the Open Network for Digital Commerce to support digital last-mile connectivity. Its main operating focus is India, with historical international activity involving SAARC countries. Publicly available reference material does not provide sufficient verified detail for a complete account of current financial performance, network scale or organizational divisions.

• 2025

  24-hour air delivery and ONDC participation

  [1]Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org

  Allcargo Gati launched 24-hour air delivery to eight Indian metro cities and joined the Open Network for Digital Commerce.

• 2023

  Renaming as Allcargo Gati

  [1]Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org

  The company name was changed to Allcargo Gati in October 2023.

• 2020

  Acquisition by Allcargo Logistics

  [1]Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org

  Allcargo Logistics acquired Gati and incorporated it into the Allcargo Group’s logistics portfolio.

• 2012

  Expansion into e-commerce logistics

  [1]Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org

  Gati introduced logistics services for e-commerce businesses.

• 2009

  Gati-KWE joint venture

  [1]Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org

  Gati entered a joint venture with Kintetsu World Express covering express distribution and supply-chain activities.

• 2001

  Launch of vehicle-tracking and centralized operating systems

  [1]Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org

  Gati introduced vehicle tracking and a centralized computer system for real-time management of people, packages and vehicles, and later created a centralized call centre in Nagpur.

• 1996

  Expansion into multimodal and international logistics

  [1]Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org

  Gati began offering multimodal services, international courier services and operations connected with SAARC countries.

• 1995

  Incorporation as Gati Corporation Ltd.

  [1]Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org

  The business was incorporated as Gati Corporation Ltd.

• 1989

  Gati begins operations

  [1]Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org

  Gati was founded and began same-day courier and distribution operations between Madras and Madurai, expanding to several other Indian cities during the year.

An India-focused business logistics provider combining express distribution, air and surface transportation, warehousing, supply-chain services and e-commerce fulfilment.

• express logistics

  Surface Express Logistics

  Surface-based express transportation for parcels and commercial shipments within India. This service reflects the company’s original courier and distribution heritage and supports business-to-business movement across regional and intercity routes.

• express logistics

  Air Express Logistics

  Time-sensitive air express transportation for customers requiring faster movement than conventional surface distribution. In 2025, the company introduced a 24-hour air-delivery service linking eight Indian metropolitan cities.

• supply chain logistics

  Supply Chain Solutions

  Integrated logistics services covering supply-chain coordination and related distribution requirements. The offering developed alongside the company’s expansion beyond courier operations and its Gati-KWE express-distribution and supply-chain activities.

• warehousing

  Warehousing

  Warehousing services supporting storage and the movement of goods through broader logistics programs. The available reference material identifies warehousing as part of the company’s current service scope but does not provide detailed facility or capacity information.

• e-commerce logistics · 2012

  E-commerce Logistics

  Logistics services for online commerce, including distribution and fulfilment requirements associated with e-commerce businesses. Gati introduced this activity during its 2009–2012 expansion period.

• freight logistics

  Air Freight

  Air-freight services forming part of the company’s broader logistics portfolio. Public reference material confirms the service category but does not specify routes, shipment classes or capacity.

• 2025

  Launch of 24-hour air-delivery serviceProduct launch

  Background

  Allcargo Gati sought to strengthen its express-logistics proposition and air-delivery coverage in major Indian cities.

  Action taken

  The company launched a 24-hour air-delivery service to eight metro cities in India.

  Aftermath

  The service was positioned as an expansion of the company’s express air-logistics network.

  Source

• 2025

  Participation in the Open Network for Digital CommerceStrategy

  Background

  Digital commerce created demand for more connected fulfilment and last-mile delivery infrastructure.

  Action taken

  Allcargo Gati joined the government-backed Open Network for Digital Commerce.

  Aftermath

  The move was intended to improve digital last-mile connectivity for commerce-related logistics.

  Source

• 2023

  Corporate renaming to Allcargo GatiStrategy

  Background

  Following its acquisition by Allcargo Logistics, the company had an established Gati identity within the parent group.

  Action taken

  The company changed its name to Allcargo Gati in October 2023.

  Aftermath

  The renaming made the company’s relationship with Allcargo Logistics more visible while preserving the Gati brand name.

  Source

• 2020

  Allcargo Logistics acquisitionM&A

  Background

  Gati was operating as an established Indian express and integrated logistics company when Allcargo Logistics moved to bring it into its group.

  Action taken

  Allcargo Logistics acquired Gati and incorporated the company into its wider logistics portfolio.

  Aftermath

  Gati continued as a listed logistics business and was later presented under the Allcargo Gati name.

  Source

1. 1Allcargo Gatien.wikipedia.org