Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has entered into a joint venture with Samvardhana Motherson International to establish a dedicated global automotive logistics platform, targeting enhanced supply chain solutions for the fast-evolving automotive sector.
The new entity, set to commence operations in June 2026, will initially be headquartered in Dubai, positioning it strategically between key manufacturing and consumption markets. The partners plan to expand the venture’s footprint across Europe, North America, India, and the Middle East as operations scale.
The joint venture aims to create what the companies describe as a “high-performance logistics backbone,” combining Hellmann’s global freight forwarding and contract logistics expertise with Motherson’s deep integration across automotive manufacturing and supply chains. The collaboration reflects growing demand for specialised logistics solutions tailored to the automotive industry, which is undergoing significant transformation driven by electrification, digitalisation, and shifting production models.
While Motherson Group is widely recognised for its automotive components business, it also maintains logistics capabilities that will be integrated into the new venture. This combination is expected to deliver end-to-end solutions spanning inbound component flows, production support, and outbound distribution.
Arjun Kochhar, Chief Executive of the logistics solutions business division at Motherson, highlighted the strategic alignment between the two organisations.
“Our partnership with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics combines Motherson’s integrated industrial capabilities with Hellmann’s extensive network and advanced logistics expertise. Together we aim to deliver more resilient, agile and sustainable logistics networks in an increasingly interconnected and complex global environment,” he said.
From Hellmann’s perspective, the partnership strengthens its positioning within a key vertical market that demands precision, reliability, and scalability.
Madhav Kurup, Global Chief Operating Officer for airfreight, seafreight, and contract logistics at Hellmann, said the joint venture represents a significant step in expanding sector-specific capabilities.
“Together, we are creating a global platform that enhances resilience, agility, and sustainability across increasingly complex automotive supply chains,” he noted.
Both companies emphasised that the collaboration is underpinned by shared long-term growth ambitions and a focus on sustainability. Each organisation has committed to carbon net-zero targets and intends to leverage dedicated teams and proprietary technologies within the joint venture to support emissions reduction initiatives across customer supply chains.
The formation of the JV comes at a time when automotive logistics is becoming increasingly complex, with manufacturers requiring integrated, multi-regional solutions to manage just-in-time production, supplier diversification, and evolving trade flows. By combining manufacturing insight with logistics execution, the new platform is positioned to address these challenges while supporting the industry’s transition toward more sustainable and resilient operations.
