Dachser India is one of India's Leading Global Freight Forwarder. Formed on February 1st, 2007, this is a 50:50 Joint Venture between AFL Cargo and DACHSER GmbH.

AFL, founded in 1945, has pioneered the Cargo, Logistics and Courier industries in India. AFL Cargo (now Dachser India) has been the frontrunner in the Indian cargo industry for last six decades. It has been providing exemplary service in the domain of global logistics.

DACHSER founded in 1930, is one of Europe's Leading Logistics companies. Dachser operates in the areas of Air & Sea Logistics, Food Logistics and also offers the infrastructure for Contract Logistics. In addition to this, transport, warehousing and value added services are also offered.

With two industry leaders joining forces, the company has the Best of both Worlds. Through the fully integrated network of Dachser India, Indian customers now have greater access to global market while the foreign companies are assured of a reliable entry route into the Indian domain.

Dachser India Advantages

Country specific know-how via Own establishments and strong local partners.

Extensive Local Network of 29 Owned offices, provides regional proximity to our customers.

Seamless integration with Dachser's Global Network of 260 offices, provides Dachser India its strong footprint in almost all the continents.

'Uniform Standard of Service' throughout the network and across products.

In-house Customs Clearance and consultancy services.

Representation at all International Airports and Seaports through own personnel.

Sophisticated IT infrastructure to support the robust network.

Vision & Mission

As an acknowledged leader in the Indian cargo industry, Dachser India has constantly pursued a mission to innovate and bring world-class services to its customers in India and abroad within the domain of global logistics. VISION

"To be acknowledged as service provider of choice for world-class global logistics solutions."

MISSION

To provide organisations and individuals the Best Value in Global Logistics through

Global & Local Network

Innovative Use of Technology

Caring People

We consciously sought to move away from a purely price-driven notion of service, and were determined to gain recognition for the notion of quality. We apply exceptionally stringent criteria, which undergo constant development and optimization. We also strive to set the standards worldwide with our high levels of Quality, Economy and Efficiency.

QUALITY POLICY

We, at Dachser India, are committed to building trust and confidence in our customers. We strive to deliver value to our customers by identifying, understanding and crystallizing their needs, and satisfying them by providing economic, world class solutions, with the full involvement of our all vendors, suppliers and partners.

We recognize that our employees are our greatest assets. We strive to empower them, by providing a caring environment and by equipping

them with appropriate tools and techniques to enable them achieve continuous improvement of our business processes and motivate them to aim for total service excellence.

Management Profile

"We Manage Things, We Lead People"

Board Members 

Cyrus Guzder

Chairman 

Bernhard Simon

Managing Director 

 Farokh Guzder

Managing Director 

 Thomas Reuter

Managing Director 

   Senior Management   

Detlev Janik

Chief Executive Officer 

 Homi Ustad

Chief Operating Officer 

 Nipul Chandiwala

Chief Financial Officer Network

Dachser India has a widespread local and global network and is a Preferred Global Logistics Solutions Provider for a large number of

prestigious Indian and multinational companies.

We are represented in over 106 countries via global network consisting of our own branch offices, delegates and strategic alliances with leading global players in Cargo & Logistics Management. Our long-standing partnerships give us distinct edge over competition vis-à-vis our ability to offer you complete freight solutions from Door-to-door delivery to Warehousing and Customs Clearance.

Our robust Indian Network of 33 offices coupled with our Global Network of 260 locations, gives us the infrastructure we need to offer sound and sophisticated global logistics services with Enhanced Speed and Efficiency.

Dachser India is represented at all International Ports (Indian Gateways) and Airports by its Own offices and personnel. At each location, Dachser India has localized expertise available to handle your needs.

Our Clients

Automotive 

 

Force Motors (MAN)Honda Siel Cars IndiaJRK AutoMahindra & MahindraTata YazakiToyota Kirloskar

 

Engineering 

 

Alfa LavalAT&S India Pvt. Ltd.Kirloskar Oil EnginesL & TParkwel-Markwel IndustriesTube Investments of India

Consumer Goods 

 

Hindustan Unilever Ltd.IFB IndustriesJ L MorrisonToshibaWhirlpool

  

Information Technology 

 

Congnizant TechnologiesConvergesGENPACTNIITSatyam Computers

 

        

Petrochemicals 

 

Bharat PetroleumHindustan PetroleumIndian PetrochemicalReliance PetrochemicalsSPIC Petrochemicals

 

Power 

 

Alstom Ltd.ArevaRadius Power IndiaSuzlon EnergyTata Power

 

Pharma/ Chemicals 

 

Biocon India Ltd.CadilaHenkel TerosonRanbaxyWitmans Industries

 

Telecom 

 

Finolex CablesVodafoneReliance TelecomSterlite Optical FibresTata Telecom

 

       

Textiles 

 

Arvind Mills LtdGokaldas ExportsHowrah Mills Ltd.S. KumarsWhite House

Electronics 

 

Bharat ElectronicsMIRC ElectronicsNippon DensoSahara ComputersSiemensTata Sky TVToshiba

Projects 

 

ABB Ltd.Kirloskar Oil EnginesNTPC Alstom PowerSE Forge Ltd.

Air Freight

The moment you tie-up with Dachser India, you automatically get an unmatched international advantage.

Our seamless integration with our international partners makes exports/imports around the world an effortless affair. Some of our advantages are:

Competitive freight rates

Capability and expertise in moving perishables, time sensitive & urgent shipments such as periodicals, magazines, books, electronics, serum, apparel, leather goods, light engineering equipments etc.

Value Added Services (Groupage services, Purchase order follow-up, Pre-alert, Door pick-up / delivery)

Experienced in handling exhibition goods and consulate shipments.

Expertise in handling Over Dimensional Cargo and Project movements through Charters

Dachser India offers End-to-End service options: DTD (Door to Door), DTA (Door to Airport), ATD (Airport to Door), ATA (Airport to Airport)

QUICK FACTS

Local Network :

29 owned Offices

12 Customs Clearance   Gateways

Global Network :

Reach : 106 Countries

Locations: 260

Industries Served :

Automotive

Engineering

Textiles

IT

Pharmaceuticals

Consumer Goods

Electronics

Ocean Freight

Dachser India handles shipments on direct/break bulk/consolidation basis through its extensive global network.

With decades of experience, we facilitate the entire forwarding process according to your specifications as well as the requirements of the import and export countries. We apply strictly defined quality criteria in the selection of our sea freight carriers. Our extensive global network enables us transport goods in the most efficient and cost-effective manner transferring the ultimate benefit to the customers.

Direct consolidation on a weekly basis to UK, US, Italy etc to ensure reliable and fast shipment of goods.

Predictable service to enhance inventory control.

Best carrier routing options and high sailing frequency.

Expertise in handling Over Dimensional Cargo and Project movements through Charters

Dealings with premium carriers to ensure optimal lead-time.

Single-source Control with escalation to enhance contractual obligations.

Customs Clearance & Consultancy

We are one of India's most reputed Customs House Agents.

We recognize customs clearance as an integral part of inbound and outbound logistics. The Customs Clearance team in Dachser India has an excellent resource of individuals who are well versed with the modus operandi and working knowledge which is required to handle local situations.We have our own CHA licenses at all International Ports and Airports.

Representation at all International airports and seaports through own experienced professionals

Specialized service offerings to first time importers and exporters, especially related partytransactions/ FTA / perishable & JIT etc.

Comprehensive guidance on pre-shipment documentation

Clearance services for exhibition cargo under ATA Carnet on returnable basis

Captive warehousing facilities and other Value Added Services

Single Window Response by dedicated customer service executives for key customers

Advance filling of custom documents, Registration of Licenses, SVB Bonds, Bonding and Co-Bonding

Project Registrations, Project Clearance, STPI/100%EOU/SEZ/Third Party Imports etc. and Project Re-conciliation services.

Project Cargo

India is becoming a manufacturing hub for the world, requiring

specialized handling for over-dimensional and project cargo. Dachser India has already made a foray into the Project Forwarding segment with clients like Reliance Industries, NTPC ALSTOM, ABB, Mauser Corp, Suzlon Energy, Essar Group, Thermax Ltd., Kirloskar Group, Hcc Ltd., Tema India Ltd etc. We deliver fully integrated project management solutions by land, sea and air for the carriage of:

Heavy Lift Cargo

Abnormal Loads

Turnkey Projects

Commercial Construction Project

Dachser India is One-stop Solutions Provider for all your requirements.

Source-to-site management ensuring seamless and efficient process.

One Point of Entry enabling efficient management of the entire project process and complete pipeline visibility.

Charter Specialist Ships and Aircraft to meet the needs of an individual project.

Offers cost effective solutions by combining its considerable buying power and technical skills.