“ Viksit Mehsana Conclave- 2047 “ which was Jointly organised by Office of District Magistrate & Collector , Mehsana & Ahmedabad Division of Western Railway on 26th October 2024 . Shri Balwant Sinh Rajput (Hon Minister for Industries ) was the Chief Guest.HPCSL was invited as one of speakers where in Mr Naveen Chowdhary – EVP-Operations briefed on “ How ICD infrastructure developed by HPCSL at SANAND is helping to boost the Trade and Commerce for the industries covering around Mehsana district and become one of Industrial Powerhouse by 2047 . The forum was well attended by All Major stake holders like Indian Customs ,Western Railway , ICD –CFS Owners , District Administration , Freight Forwarders ,Importers ,Exporters, etc.    

ICD - The Thar Dry Port (Unit of Hasti Petro Chemical and Shipping Ltd.) has achieved a significant milestone by receiving permissions to handle air cargo, marking the commencement of a new era in cargo logistics in the region. The new service, inaugurated in collaboration with GMR, the operator of Delhi Airport, aims to streamline the movement of air cargo between the Sanand region and Delhi Airport.   The inauguration ceremony, held at ICD Thar-Sanand on 11th September 2024, witnessed the presence of esteemed members of the trade fraternity and key stakeholders from the logistics industry.   This new air cargo service is expected to significantly benefit businesses in Ahmedabad Industrial area, the Sanand area, particularly in the Automobile and emerging Semiconductor sectors, by providing a seamless and efficient solution for moving cargo to and from the Delhi Airport. The initiative will not only reduce transit times but also optimize the supply chain, catering to the growing demand for swift and reliable logistics solutions.   The first air cargo consignment was successfully handled on 21st September 2024 from ICD Thar-Sanand. The first air cargo booked and custom cleared by IATA agent Broekman Logistics India Pvt. Ltd., with Shreeji Translogistics Ltd. serving as the Custom Bonded Trucking partner for the seamless transport of cargo. ICD The Thar Dry Port is now poised to become a key hub for air cargo transhipment, leveraging its strategic location and state-of-the-art facilities.   Hasti Petro Chemical and Shipping Ltd. has also announced its plans to expand its footprint with the establishment of a new Inland Container Depot (ICD) in Jaipur by the second quarter of the FY 2025-2026. This expansion is part of the company’s vision to strengthen its ICD network across India, providing comprehensive solutions to meet the diverse needs of its clients.   ICD The Thar Dry Port has established itself as a key logistics hub, offering a wide range of services, including handling FCL export and import containers, LCL cargo, and now, air cargo. This comprehensive service portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of the trade community, providing a one-stop solution for all types of cargo.   With the two ICDs fully function at Jodhpur-Rajasthan and Sanand (Ahmedabad)-Gujarat, and upcoming new ICDs at Jaipur-Rajasthan and Baroda-Gujarat about to begin, HPCSL now aspires to develop a network of ICDs at multiple strategic locations across North, Western and Central India.   The company remains dedicated to enhancing its infrastructure and service capabilities to meet the evolving needs of its customers and the industry at large.  

Over the course of three days, HPCSL The Thar Dry Port organized an in-house First Aid Training event in collaboration with The Indian Red Cross Society. The event provided comprehensive training in essential life-saving skills. Thar employees engaged in sessions covering foundational principles such as primary assessments, advanced techniques including CPR for adults, children, and infants, as well as specialized care for medical and environmental emergencies. Through practical simulations and IRCS expert-led instruction, attendees from Thar gained confidence in responding effectively to critical situations. They left the event certified and equipped with crucial knowledge to promote safety and well-being in their communities and workplace.