RITES Ltd. and Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services for the development and modernization of logistics infrastructure across India. The partnership will support multimodal logistics parks, inland container depots, rail-linked terminals, warehouses and other transport infrastructure projects from concept to commissioning.
Key Highlights
✅ RITES and CONCOR signed an MoU for Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services.
✅ Partnership will support multimodal logistics parks, rail terminals and warehouses.
✅ RITES will provide consultancy services from concept to commissioning.
✅ Collaboration aims to strengthen India’s multimodal logistics infrastructure and improve project execution.
New Delhi, June 29: In a major step towards strengthening India’s logistics infrastructure, RITES Limited and Container Corporation of India Limited (CONCOR) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to collaborate on Project Management Consultancy (PMC) services for the planning, development and modernization of logistics infrastructure projects across the country.
The MoU was signed in Gurugram on 29 June 2026, marking a strategic partnership between two leading Navratna Public Sector Enterprises under the Ministry of Railways.
Under the agreement, CONCOR may engage RITES on a work-to-work basis to provide comprehensive consultancy services covering the entire project lifecycle—from concept to commissioning.
Comprehensive Consultancy Services
Leveraging its multidisciplinary engineering expertise and decades of experience in transport infrastructure, RITES will provide a wide range of consultancy services, including:
- Feasibility Studies
- Preparation of Detailed Project Reports (DPRs)
- Detailed Engineering
- Architectural and Structural Design
- Project Supervision
- Quality Assurance
- Construction Management
- Project Execution Monitoring
The integrated consultancy approach is expected to ensure efficient planning, timely implementation and high-quality execution of logistics infrastructure projects.
Focus on Multimodal Logistics Infrastructure
The partnership will support the development, expansion and modernization of a wide range of logistics facilities, including:
- Multimodal Logistics Parks (MMLPs)
- Inland Container Depots (ICDs)
- Rail-linked Freight Terminals
- Warehouses and Storage Infrastructure
- Railway Infrastructure
- Administrative Buildings
- Road Networks
- Utility Infrastructure
- Other Allied Logistics Facilities
The collaboration is aligned with India’s ongoing efforts to create an integrated, efficient and technology-driven logistics ecosystem under the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan and the National Logistics Policy, aimed at reducing logistics costs and improving supply chain efficiency.
Strengthening India’s Logistics Ecosystem
Through this partnership, RITES and CONCOR aim to combine their respective strengths to accelerate the implementation of logistics infrastructure projects across the country.
While RITES brings expertise in transport consultancy, engineering and project management, CONCOR contributes extensive operational experience in container logistics, multimodal transportation and terminal management.
The collaboration is expected to facilitate faster execution of logistics infrastructure projects, improve multimodal connectivity and strengthen India’s freight transportation network.
Modern logistics infrastructure plays a crucial role in enhancing trade competitiveness, reducing transit time, improving cargo handling efficiency and supporting economic growth.
About RITES Limited
RITES Limited is a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise and one of India’s leading transport infrastructure consultancy and engineering companies.
With over 52 years of experience, the company has successfully executed projects in more than 55 countries across Asia, Africa, Latin America, South America and the Middle East.
RITES offers diversified consultancy services in railways, highways, ports, airports, urban transport, logistics and infrastructure development, making it one of India’s premier engineering consultancy organizations.
Conclusion
The MoU between RITES and CONCOR represents a significant milestone in strengthening India’s logistics and transport infrastructure. By combining RITES’ engineering and project management capabilities with CONCOR’s logistics expertise, the partnership is expected to accelerate the development of modern multimodal logistics facilities, improve freight efficiency and contribute to India’s vision of becoming a globally competitive logistics hub.
