Event date: 23.10.2024
We welcome you to the national conference on Modern Logistics held in New Delhi at the Ashok hotel on 22nd of October. The even is organized by Metalogic PMS, the conference aims to explore the latest advancements and challenges in the logistics sector, with a specific focus on the metals and minerals industries.
This conference is particularly important because logistics is the backbone of the metals and minerals industries, impacting every stage from raw material extraction to final product delivery. With
recent developments in infrastructure, digitalization, and sustainability, the logistics landscape is rapidly evolving.
Pesmel will take part to the following sections:
Conference inaugural Session
time: 9:45 – 11:30 am
Key Note Addresses:
• Mr. Praveen Kumar, Managing Director, Dedicated Freight Corridors Corporation of India Limited
Industry notes:
• Mr. J. Rajagopalan, MD Pesmel South Asia
• Mr. Dinesh Shastri, Managing Director, TM International Logistics Ltd.
• Mr. Sharad Varma, ED (Head Area (I) North), CONCOR
• Shri. Durgesh Kumar Dubey, IRTS Dy. Chairperson Visakhapatnam Port Authority*
Special invitee notes:
• Mr. Vinod Kumar, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
• Mr. Prabhas Dansana, Principal Executive DirectorTT(M), Railway Board
• Sh. R. Lakshmanan, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways
Guest of Honor
• Sh. Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma, Minister of State, Ministry of Steel, Government of India*
Chief Guest
• Sh. HD Kumaraswamy, Union Minister, Minister of Steel, Government of India*
Discussion Points:
• The Future of Logistics in Metals and Minerals: Trends, Challenges & Recommendations
• Government Initiatives: Policies and incentives for improving road infrastructure and promoting efficient logistics.
• Financing logistics infrastructure
• Role of PPP model in developing multi-modal logistics parks.
• Integration with road and port logistics for last-mile connectivity.
• Expansion of rail-linked multi-modal logistics parks to handle both raw and finished goods.
• Brief introduction on Digital transformation for Metals and minerals
Session 1: Factory logistics for material handling & role of automation & digitalization
time: 11:30 – 12.15 pm
Speakers:
• Mr. Tuomas Vuorenmaa, Head Automation , Pesmel OY
• Mr. PK Agarwal, Founder & CEO, PPP International
• Mr. Gaurav Verma, MN Dastur
Discussion Points:
• Automated Material Handling Systems: Implementation of automated conveyor systems, robotic arms, and automated guided vehicles (AGVs) for efficient material movement within factories.
• Just-in-time (JIT) inventory systems to minimize storage costs and reduce waste.
• Deployment of forklifts, pallet jacks, and overhead cranes for the internal movement of heavy materials like steel, aluminum, and other metals.
• Technology Integration: Use of Internet of Things (IoT) for smart material handling, enabling predictive maintenance and real-time monitoring of equipment.
• Automated loading/unloading systems to reduce handling time and improve safety.
Session 3: Indian railways for bulk raw material and container handling
time: 2:00 – 2:45 pm
Speakers:
• Shri Abhijit Narendra, IRSE, Ministry of Steel
• Sh. Ajeet Kumar Singh, ED Wagon Design, Railway Board
• Mr. Karthik Vidyanathan, Business Manager, PESMEL India
Discussion Points:
• Expansion of railway capacity to handle the increasing demand for raw materials and finished products.
• Kavach System installation in engines for safety.
Bulk Raw Material Transportation:
• Efficient rail transport for bulk commodities like iron ore, coal, bauxite, and other minerals.
• Specialized wagons designed for safe and bulk handling of raw materials.
• Integration of railways with major mining and port terminals for seamless supply chain logistics.
Containerized Transport of Finished Goods:
• Handling finished materials like steel coils, TMT bars, aluminium products, etc., in containers.
• Use of specialized containers (e.g., open-top containers) for heavy and oversized finished goods.
• Flexibility in loading/unloading finished products at various points along the supply chain.