Committed Cargo Care Ltd Management Discussions

The year 2025-26 has been a volatile year for Global Trade, primarily because of Geopolitical \tensions and Economic conflicts arising out of US tariff policies. Resultant disruption has affected the logistics Sector and has forced them to work out alternative strategies to remain relevant.

Geopolitical conflicts have disrupted global shipping lanes, driven up freight and fuel costs and lengthened transit times. The impact on International Trade has been in the form of.

i) Route Rerouting and Delays ii) Higher costs affecting Exports/Imports Competitiveness iii) Strategic shifts in FTAs iv) Operational Volatility

Tariff policies have disrupted Global Logistics Sector by raising freight shipping rates, prompting shifts from air to cost-effective Sea Cargo and increasing customs delays. While protectionist measures create volume volatility and stretch 3PL providers, they also accelerate supply chain diversification and route optimisation towards alternative global corridors.

From a size of $ 9.3 10 Trillion in the year 2024-25, the global logistics market is poised to grow to more than $15 Trillion by the year 2032.

The global logistics industry is undergoing a structural shift from post pandemic recovery to strategic restructuring, balancing cost pressures with the need for resilience and sustainability. Key trends defining logistics, in the coming years include:

a) Resilience over Pure Cost Efficiency. Geopolitical uncertainty and trade tensions are pushing companies away from single source manufacturing and Just-in-Time Inventory Management.

b) Artificial Intelligence and Autonomous Operations: Logistics providers will move from reactive tracking to predictive intelligence to forecast demand, anticipate freight congestion and re-route shipments in real time. Usage of warehouse Robotics will be more pronounced.

c) Urban Fulfilment and Last-Mile Evolution

d) Decarbonization Pressures and Sustainability

Above mentioned developments will require Logistics Sector to make significant Investments into infrastructure, Technology and Operational capabilities. Additionally, the sector will have to Swiftly adapt ever-changing global equations and resultant business environment.

The Indian Logistics Industry Sector is undergoing a massive structural transformation, shifting from an unorganized, high cost sector into a standardized, tech-enabled network. Supported by Government Policy, infrastructure milestones and exploding domestic demand, the sector is serving as a critical engine for Indias economic growth.

Key Drivers which will shape Logistic Industry in India in the year 2026-27 and beyond, will be

a) National Logistics Policy (NLP) and PM Gati Shakti will target to bring down thelogistics cost in India from 13-14% of GDA to 8-9%, hence aligning them with global benchmarks.

b) Expansion of Dedicated Freight Corridors (DFCs) and Multi-Modal Logistics Parks (MMLPs)

c) Port Modernization resulting in reduction of vessel turnaround times.

d) Hyper growth in Last-Mile and Quick Commerce. Migration of 3PL and 4PL will be the key to growth.

e) Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digital mapping.

The logistics industry in India is estimated to be of $280 315 billion size in the current year and is projected to grow at 8.5 9.7% CAGR to $500 billion by the year 2032. The infrastructure buildout and manufacturing growth are expected to lead the logistics sectors growth.

Despite progress, logistics challenges in India remain. Infrastructure quality is uneven beyond major corridors, last-mile connectivity needs improvement and a limited share of warehousing meets global Grade-A standards. Addressing these gaps will be essential to sustain growth at scale.

As global supply chains prioritise resilience and diversification, Indias ability to move cargo efficiency will be decisive. With continued investments, integration and execution, the logistics sector is well placed to shift from a cost consideration to a competitive advantage for the economy.

In an environment marked by fluctuating freight rates and complex cross-border dynamics, our core forwarding and clearing divisions achieved robust growth.

Freight Forwarding: Leveraging our multi-modal transport network across air, ocean, and overland routes, we successfully expanded capacity on key trade lanes while maintaining high service reliability.

Customs Clearance & Trade Facilitation: Our specialized customs brokerage team handled high-volume filings with industry-leading compliance rates, enabling seamless clearance for our importers and exporters.

Digital Transformation: We accelerated investments in integrated supply chain management tools, automated customs processing, and real-time shipment tracking, enhancing transparency and efficiency for our clients.

While global trade will continue to face dynamic challenges, international commerce remains fundamental to global growth. Our specialized expertise in trade navigation, combined with our strong financial foundation, positions us well to capture market opportunities and deliver long-term value. During the year 2025-26, Company through its Subsidiary, Committed Cargo Solutions Pvt. Ltd., has begun International Express Logistics Business under the name EZIGO. Company has also set up a step-down subsidiary (100% subsidiary of Committed Cargo Solutions Pvt. Ltd.) to strengthen its overseas business network.

-Our Company recorded total revenue of Rs. 24,125.71 Lacs against Rs. 19,100.90 lacs in the previous years which is 26% more in the current year as compared to the last year. The EBITDA for the year has been Rs. 1,918.14 lacs and Profit after tax (PAT) has been Rs. 1,319.67 lacs.

-The Company continues to be largely Debt Free Company with Shareholders Net worth being Rs. 93.58 Cr. and Debt of Rs 0.66 Cr. only.

During the year, Companys revenue increased by 26%. With the result, the Net Worth of the Company has gone up substantially to Rs. 90.57 Cr. (Comprising Premium and Net Profit for the year) as on 31st March 2026 as against Rs. 72.84 Cr. as on 31st March 2025.

With a view to manage the business operations efficiently, Internal Control System has been put in place and is reviewed periodically by Companys Team and further by Internal Auditors. In Managements opinion, the systems being followed are adequate, keeping in view the nature and size of Companys operations.

Committed Cargo employs, as on date, 215 people in different categories. The Company practices people-friendly working environment and gives sufficient opportunities to its people to grow within the organization. Your Company has also laid emphasis on improving the skills of its human resources for achieving better quality and performance. This has resulted in very high retention % of people since its inception.

Having entered FY 2024-25 with strong momentum coupled with robust growth and sustainable free cash flows, CCCL has, with a view to focus on fast-growing Express Logistics business, invested into a subsidiary company, Committed Cargo Solutions (P) Ltd. The company has begun its operation with a Team comprising of Senior Professionals in the industry with long-standing experience.

During the year under review, the Company set up a foreign step down Subsidiary, namely EZIGO FZE in UAE with 100% shareholding held by its Subsidiary Committed Cargo Solutions Pvt. Ltd. The Company has been set up with the Companys long-term vision of International expansion to strengthen its logistics operations globally.

In the current year, Company has acquired 100% shareholding of a boutique Logistics Company Ampersand Logistics Pvt. Ltd. in an all cash deal. This acquisition will strengthen the Companys overseas network and nomination business and lead its entry into Project-logistics business.

The Company aims to further grow by continuously looking for acquisition opportunities, thereby giving an impetus to inorganic growth.

CONCLUSION

Committed Cargo, like in past, aims to be a customer-centric and technology-abled logistics company. The company will continue to strive for excellence in all its activities and will pursue value-based policies to satisfy the aspirations of its customers, vendors, employees, shareholders and society at large. In the current scenario of trade adjustments and geopolitical conflicts, Committed Cargo will continue helping its clients managing these changes by identifying cost saving opportunities and optimizing supply chains.