Adani Ports partners with Motherson to establish auto export facility at Dighi Port

Motherson,

through its joint venture Samvardhana Motherson Hamakyorex Engineered Logistics Ltd (SAMRX), has signed an agreement with Dighi Port Ltd (DPL), a subsidiary of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd (APSEZ), to set up a dedicated automobile export facility at Dighi Port in Maharashtra.

The partnership positions Dighi Port as a new export gateway for vehicle manufacturers across the Mumbai-Pune auto belt, Adani Ports said in a stock exchange filing. Through this partnership, Adani Ports aims to develop Dighi Port as the new automobile exports terminal with a capacity to handle 2,00,000 cars annually.

As one of APSEZ’s 15 strategic ports, Dighi Port is set to expand its handling capacity to support the country’s growing automotive manufacturing and exports under the Make in India initiative, the Adani Group company informed bourses.

APSEZ CEO & Whole-time Director Ashwani Gupta said, "By combining APSEZ’s integrated infrastructure capabilities with Motherson’s expertise, we are creating a seamless, resilient network for vehicle movement across the country. This RoRo terminal will accelerate trade, enhance supply-chain efficiency, and deliver long-term value to customers and communities".

Echoing the sentiment, Laksh Vaaman Sehgal, Vice Chairman of Motherson Group, said, "By developing this RoRo terminal at Dighi Port, we are creating a strategic asset that will boost efficiency and reduce logistics costs for our OEM partners. This collaboration will enhance India’s automotive supply chain and deliver tangible value to our customers."

The upcoming RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) terminal will feature advanced infrastructure to handle end-to-end Finished Vehicle (FV) logistics. SAMRX will invest in the facility to vertically integrate its services, offering OEMs a comprehensive logistics backbone with full cargo visibility.

Strategically located on India’s west coast, Dighi Port serves as a crucial gateway for Maharashtra’s industrial corridors. With strong road connectivity, direct berthing, closed warehouses, tank farms, and open stockyards, the port currently handles oil, chemical, container and bulk cargo.

Shares of Adani Ports were trading 0.37% lower at ₹1,500 apiece at around 11.48 am.

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