Motherson signs joint venture with Hellmann for global automotive logistics

Arunika Jain — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:24:57 +0000

Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (Motherson), a global specialist in Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Assembly, and Logistics (D.E.M.A.L.), has entered into a joint venture agreement with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics (MESA) Holding Limited (Hellmann), a major international logistics provider. The new joint venture, to be based in Dubai, aims to deliver integrated supply chain solutions tailored to the automotive industry worldwide.

The collaboration between Motherson and Hellmann is set to provide innovative, efficient, and sustainable logistics solutions to address the evolving needs of the global automotive supply chain. By leveraging Hellmann’s extensive logistics network and technological capabilities alongside Motherson’s deep expertise in automotive supply chains, the partnership will offer access to over 30,000 global suppliers and established Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) relationships. The joint venture is expected to enhance stability, predictability, and efficiency in global logistics operations and expenditure. Both companies are committed to achieving carbon net-zero targets and will utilise their combined expertise and technologies to support sustainability initiatives across the industry.

Arjun Kochhar, Chief Executive Officer of the Logistics Solutions Business Division at Motherson Group, commented on the venture: “Motherson’s Logistics Division focuses on building specialised platforms that support the evolving supply chain needs of the Group, our customers, suppliers, and the broader ecosystem, as part of Motherson’s D.E.M.A.L solutions strategy. Our partnership with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics combines Motherson’s integrated industrial capabilities with Hellmann’s extensive network and advanced logistics expertise. Together we aim to deliver more resilient, agile, and sustainable logistics networks in an increasingly interconnected and complex global environment.”

Madhav Kurup, Global Chief Operating Officer of Airfreight, Sea freight, and Contract Logistics at Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, added: “As two family-owned companies with shared values and a strong cultural alignment, we are building a partnership rooted in trust and long-term ambition. Together, we are creating a global platform that takes automotive logistics to the next level by integrating smarter processes, seamless global coordination, and future-ready supply chain solutions.”

This strategic move will support Motherson’s expanding global manufacturing footprint and enhance Hellmann’s global automotive logistics capabilities, further solidifying both companies’ positions in the automotive logistics sector.

Disclaimer: This article is based on a regulatory filing submitted to the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE).

Motherson signs joint venture with Hellmann Worldwide for global automotive logistics

Yash Agarwal — Wed, 25 Mar 2026 08:23:58 +0000

Samvardhana Motherson International Limited (Motherson), a global specialist in design, engineering, manufacturing, assembly, and logistics, has entered into a joint venture agreement with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics (MESA) Holding Limited. The joint venture aims to provide integrated supply chain solutions specifically tailored to the global automotive industry.

The new joint venture, to be incorporated in Dubai, will leverage Hellmann’s extensive logistics network and technology capabilities alongside Motherson’s deep expertise in automotive supply chains. This partnership is expected to offer innovative, efficient, and sustainable logistics solutions, addressing the evolving supply chain needs of the automotive industry. The collaboration will extend access to over 30,000 global suppliers and strengthen relationships with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).

Both Motherson and Hellmann are committed to achieving carbon net-zero targets, and the joint venture will focus on enhancing stability, predictability, and efficiency in global logistics operations. This initiative will support Motherson’s expanding global manufacturing footprint and further bolster Hellmann’s automotive logistics capabilities.

Arjun Kochhar, Chief Executive Officer of Motherson’s Logistics Solutions Business Division, highlighted the strategic importance of the partnership, stating, “Our collaboration with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics combines Motherson’s integrated industrial capabilities with Hellmann’s extensive network and advanced logistics expertise. Together, we aim to deliver more resilient, agile, and sustainable logistics networks in an increasingly interconnected and complex global environment.”

Madhav Kurup, Global Chief Operating Officer for Airfreight, Sea freight, and Contract Logistics at Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, emphasised the shared values and long-term ambitions of the two family-owned companies. He stated, “Together, we are creating a global platform that takes automotive logistics to the next level by integrating smarter processes, seamless global coordination, and future-ready supply chain solutions.”

Disclaimer: This article is based on a regulatory filing submitted to the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE).

Arjun Kochhar | Business Upturn

Motherson signs joint venture with Hellmann for global automotive logistics

Motherson signs joint venture with Hellmann Worldwide for global automotive logistics