Porter expands logistics ops in Calicut, Tiruppur, Rajkot

Porter announced its multicity expansion into the cities of Calicut (Kerala), Tiruppur (Tamil Nadu) and Rajkot (Gujarat). This multicity foray is a strategic move towards its goal of expanding its footprint in 4-5 cities year-on-year. With this, the company aims to empower local economies and SMEs, democratise access to efficient and flexible logistics solutions and create meaningful livelihood opportunities for gig workers across India. In line with Porter’s fundraising plans to strategically expand and enhance service offerings, it will commence operations in these cities with two-wheeler services in the first phase, with plans to introduce additional vehicle categories, including three-wheelers, Tata Ace, and other options in the coming months. Porter’s comprehensive range of offerings, encompassing two-wheelers, three-wheelers, Tata Ace, LCVs, HCVs, and electric vehicles, will eventually be available across all geographies, enabling faster and more reliable intra-city deliveries. Ankit Dwivedi, VP – Expansion Head, Porter said, “Expanding into tier-II cities is a major step in Porter’s mission to transform intracity logistics across India. By leveraging technology and local partnerships, we are creating flexible earning opportunities for gig workers and empowering MSMEs to overcome logistical challenges. Porter is committed to driving livelihood improvement for gig workers, enabling sustainable growth for small businesses, and contributing meaningfully to the economic upliftment of communities, strengthening the backbone of India’s economy one city and one delivery at a time.”