Dighi Port set to handle 200,000 cars per year as APSEZ partners with Motherson
5th December 2025
Motherson, through its joint venture Samvardhana Motherson Hamakyorex Engineered Logistics Limited (SAMRX), has announced an agreement with Dighi Port Limited (DPL), a subsidiary of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZ), to establish a dedicated facility for auto exports at the Dighi Port in Maharashtra
This strategic partnership will make Dighi Port as the new automobile exports terminal for exporters in Mumbai to Pune auto belt. As one of APSEZ’s 15 strategic ports, Dighi is now set to expand its capabilities to support India’s automotive growth story under the Make in India initiative, enabling seamless export and import of vehicles for global markets
The new RoRo ( Roll on and Roll off) terminal will feature state-of-the-art infrastructure to handle end-to-end Finished Vehicle (FV) logistics, streamlining operations for major automotive OEMs. SAMRX will invest in the terminal to vertically integrate its services, offering a comprehensive logistics solution with 360-degree cargo visibility
The facility will also provide value-added services, including:
- Single-window RoRo operations- yard, PDI, charging, storage and vessel loading handled end-to-end
- AI-driven yard optimisation, enabling near-zero dwell and real-time vehicle traceability
- Fastest OEM evacuation route from Maharashtra’s auto belt via NH-66
- RoRo-ready jetty infrastructure (1.3 km) with sheltered water ensuring seamless all-weather operations
- EV-ready logistics hub supporting next-generation electric vehicle exports
- OEM-integrated visibility dashboards for load planning and live volume tracking
Strategically located on the west coast, Dighi Port serves as a gateway for Maharashtra’s land-locked industrial corridors and heartland, offering closed warehouses, tank farms, and open stockyards for commodity storage
With direct berthing facilities and excellent road connectivity, the port is equipped to handle oil, chemical, container, and bulk cargo efficiently
Its expansion into RoRo operations marks a significant milestone in APSEZ’s vision to create integrated, future-ready logistics hubs
APSEZ, India’s largest integrated ports and logistics company, continues to strengthen its nationwide footprint through Dighi Port’s robust performance. This initiative reinforces APSEZ’s commitment to world-class port infrastructure, sustainable development, and seamless trade connectivity for India and global partners