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Table of Contents

1. Executive Summary .............................................................................................................................................................. 3

2. Regional Dynamics of Kolkata, West Bengal and the Trade-Logistics Scenario .................................................................. 4

2.1 Strategic Positioning ........................................................................................................................................................ 4

2.2 Transportation & Logistics ................................................................................................................................................ 4

2.3 Historical Trade-Logistics & Warehousing ....................................................................................................................... 4

2.4 Warehousing Scenario in Kolkata .................................................................................................................................... 5

2.5 Future Trade-Logistics & Warehousing Developments.................................................................................................... 5

3. Project ‘Freight PORT’ .......................................................................................................................................................... 5

3.1 Site Features .................................................................................................................................................................... 5

3.2 Site Pictures ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6

3.3 Connectivity to Terminal/ Trans-shipment Locations ....................................................................................................... 6

3.4 Site Infrastructure ............................................................................................................................................................. 7

3.5 Masterplan of 133 Acres .................................................................................................................................................. 7

3.6 Build Specifications .......................................................................................................................................................... 8

3.7 Facilities (Proposed) ........................................................................................................................................................ 8

3.8 Facility Management ........................................................................................................................................................ 8

4. About Us ............................................................................................................................................................................... 9

Table of Figures

Figure 1. Kolkata and its Geographical Command ......................................................................................................................... 4

Figure 2. Haldia Port ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4

Figure 3. Container Logistics at Khidderpore Docks ....................................................................................................................... 4

Figure 4. Vacant FCI Godown at Taratala ...................................................................................................................................... 5

Figure 5. Encroached Warehouse on Strand Road. ....................................................................................................................... 5

Figure 6. Regional Map of Future Logistic and Transhipment Hubs around Kolkata ..................................................................... 5

Figure 8. 180 Degree Pan of Site Frontage .................................................................................................................................... 6

Figure 9. 360 Degree Pan of within the site .................................................................................................................................... 6

Figure 7. Kolkata Map showing ‘freight PORT’ Strategic Location and Multimodal Connectivity ................................................... 6

Figure 10. 133 Acres Masterplan .................................................................................................................................................... 7

Figure 11. A BTS Typical Warehouse Layout ................................................................................................................................. 8

Figure 12. Collection of Ancillary Facilities (Proposed) ................................................................................................................... 8

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1. Executive Summary

Kolkata – The Capital of the State of West Bengal (India) is the principal retail-and-services market to a vast hinterland comprising of the eastern and north-eastern parts of India. With Multi-Modal Connectivity via Roads, Railways, Airways, River and Sea, specialized & traditional markets have existed here for more than a century.

As the State is undergoing an Economic Resurgence and Special Economic Zones (SEZs) emerging in the proximity, this is set to result in major demand for modern logistical facilities in this region with centres like Haldia, Falta, Kulpi, Dankuni, Kharagpur, Bantala, Taratala and Durgapur are expected to witness substantial logistics activities in the near future.

But there is a dearth of storage spaces of International Standards and Specifications. Available spaces with the Government Agencies like CWC, KoPT, FCI are outdated, lack modernization and adequate infrastructure.

Project ‘FreightPORT’ has been conceived, after sensing opportunities in the Trade-logistics and Warehousing Scenario in Kolkata in the State of West Bengal.

Project ‘FreightPORT’ is an Integrated Logistics cum Warehousing Development situated in Howrah District, North-West of Kolkata. The location of the project is near the strategic junction of NH2 and NH6, just about 4 kms from the Belghoria-Expressway junction.

This location is just one of the many ‘landing points’ of which witness the arrival and trans-shipment point of Long-Distance heavy vehicles. Absence of suitable facilities, results in huge queues of heavy vehicles and multi-axle trailers causing mile long traffic snarls and accidents.

‘FreightPORT’ is not just a hub for Ground-Shipping but also offers Multi-Modal Rail, Sea, River, Airway and Road Connectivity.

A number of Businesses have key dependence on Logistics and Storage and deal in goods & materials in proportions that vary qualitatively and quantitatively. ‘FreightPORT’ is offering International Standard and Specification BTS (Built-to-suit) facilities based on the individual clients requirements which will incorporate manual, semi-automated and automated access. Environment-Control during storage like Ventiation, HVAC, Cold Storage can also be incorporated in a modular fashion.

State-of–the Art Infrastructure and facilities ensures that the clientele will be able to utilize the precise storage environment and handling experience for its merchandise, matching international standards.

Keeping in mind that the region and land-use is Industrial in nature, a number of ancillary facilities is being offered for the human resources that manage/operate/engaged in the activities within the development.

Project ‘FreightPORT’ is promoted by Bengal Anmol South City Infrastructure Ltd. a PPP (Public Private Partnership) consortium having business involvements in numerous sectors in the State of West Bengal for decades. Project ‘FreightPORT’ is an initiative towards creation of Modern Trade-Logistics Infrastructure, that the State is in need of.

Through this document, interest is enticed from prospective customers who are looking for strategic Warehousing and Logistic facilities, and/or looking to relocate such operations from congested areas within Kolkata City, bringing about efficiencies in operations and cost savings.

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2. Regional Dynamics of Kolkata, West Bengal and the Trade-Logistics Scenario

2.1 Strategic Positioning

West Bengal enjoys the unique advantage of being located in a multi-geographical zone ranging from the Himalayas in the north to the sea with a coastline of 156 Kms.

With surrounding International boundaries, it is known as the Gateway to South-East Asia and has historically been a strategic transit-point for inter-continental trade.

The state has the unique advantage of having six agro climatic zones and is a leading producer in the Agro and Horticulture Sector.

2.2 Transportation & Logistics

Situated on the Golden Quadrilateral, Kolkata is well connected to other major cities of India by road and rail. It is also the gateway to the northeast Indian markets and a key location for international trade with China (via Nathu La pass).

There are two airports International & domestic at Kolkata & Bagdogra and two more airports coming up, one at Andal (Durgapur) and another one proposed at Malda. With Over 92,023 Kms. of roads including 13 National Highways, the State has one of the best road networks with a Favourable Road Density of 103.69 Kms. per 100 sq. km as compared to National Average of 74.7 kms per 100 sq. km.

The State has Excellent Railway Connectivity via Eastern & South Eastern Railway Network and a Dedicated Rail Freight Corridor (Delhi-Haldia) is on the anvil set to trigger a huge economic mobilisation.

Kolkata is amongst the oldest port cities in the country and accounts for about 6 per cent of the total container traffic in India. Cargo Handling Capacity is 2nd highest in India with two all weather ports at Kolkata & Haldia handling 52.03 mn tons of cargo traffic (2005-06). There is a proposed Deep Sea Port at Sagar Island and Minor Port at Kulpi that will further strengthen its maritime forefront. The State also has a navigable river line.

2.3 Historical Trade-Logistics & Warehousing

Kolkata is the principal retail-and-services market to a vast hinterland comprising of the eastern and northeastern part of India. Specialized & traditional markets have existed for more than a century like the: Burrabazar Market, Bagri Market, China Bazaar, Sir Stuart Hogg Market etc., some of which even transacted internationally before the Imperial Ages.

Historically, warehouses have been located in close proximity to primary markets. However, urban congestion and restriction on movement of Heavy Vehicles are forcing businesses to realign their supply chain and move to city peripheries resulting in emerging locations. In the state of West Bengal, close to 3,500 acres of land is scheduled to be developed as logistics parks and warehouses, over the next five years.

Figure 1. Kolkata and its Geographical Command

Figure 2. Haldia Port

Figure 3. Container Logistics at Khidderpore Docks

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2.4 Warehousing Scenario in Kolkata

There is a dearth of modern and organised warehousing in Kolkata. Since the times of the East India Company in Kolkata, a number of warehouses locations flourished in and around Kolkata. Various locations in West Bengal are estimated to have vacant warehousing space of about 22 million sq.ft. Most of these are archaic in nature and have small floor plate areas varying between 15,000 sqft and 25,000 sqft.

Now with rapid urbanization, they have become dilapidated structures as most of them are more than a century old and lack modernization. Aggravating the situation are traffic restrictions for heavy vehicles movement and water-logging which is rendering them useless. Lease Rents are in the range of Rs. 12 – 15 per sqf/month. Land being scarce, prices have already become unrealistic, rendering Warehousing Business unprofitable.

Adding to that, most of the traditional Warehousing Locations are converted into Residential Condominiums or Mini-Township. For e.g. Budge Budge, Howrah, Taratala etc. As a result, spaces covering large floor-plates of up to 1,00,000 sft. and more are rare to find, rendering them viable for prevailing B2B Businesses.

2.5 Future Trade-Logistics & Warehousing Developments

Ten Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in the proximity of Kolkata have received in-principal approvals so far. This is set to result in major demand for logistics in this region. As a result, centres like Haldia, Falta, Kulpi, Dankuni, Kharagpur, Bantala, Taratala and Durgapur are expected to witness substantial logistics activities in the near future.

3. Project ‘Freight PORT’

3.1 Site Features

Situated near the NH2-NH6 Intersection, which is both the arrival and trans-shipment point of Long-Distance heavy vehicles this location is just one of the many ‘landing points’ which witness the arrival and trans-shipment point of Long-Distance heavy vehicles. Absence of suitable facilities, results in huge queues of heavy vehicles and multi-axle trailers causing mile long traffic snarls and accidents. The Site has a 200 feet+ frontage ensuring visibility and un-hindered ingress/egress of heavy vehicles and multi-axle trailers. The site falls on Mouzas (administrative sub-district) Jagadishpur (J.L.No.2), Mouza - Baigachi (J.L.No.1), Mouza - Jaypurbill (J.L.No.13). The terrain of the land is flat and well above ‘flood-level’.

Figure 4. Vacant FCI Godown at Taratala

Figure 5. Encroached Warehouse on Strand Road.

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3.6 Build Specifications

A number of Businesses have key dependence on Logistics and Storage like Agro-Distribution, Fish Meat & Poultry Distribution, Parcel Services, Shipping Companies, Freight Movement Corporations, and Consumer Durables. Each one of them handles goods & materials in proportions that vary qualitatively and quantitatively.

Therefore, instead of creating pre-fabricated structures ‘FreightPORT’ is offering BTS (Built-to-suit) facilities based on the individual clients requirements. These will incorporate manual, semi-automated and automated access. Environment-Control during storage like Ventilation, HVAC, and Cold Storage can also be incorporated in a modular fashion.

For businesses which opt to augment assembly, packaging, assortment lines into their storage, SDF (Standard Design Factory Buildings) is being offered. For businesses in Consumer Durables, a product display cum sale counter platform is being offered. The floor plates will also of varying sizes in the range of 1,00,000 sft + and will be based on customization preferred by the client.

3.7 Facilities (Proposed)

3.8 Facility Management

The entire facility being ‘leased’ will be managed by a SPV incorporating SoPs (Standard Operating Procedures). The facility being ‘Gated’, it will be possible to keep it immuned to external elements, as far as possible. Apart from managing security, ensuring services continuity, the management will also handle billing of services like Truck Parking, Dry-Docking, usage of mechanical and automation equipments like crane and forklifts. It will also be ensured that adequate greneery has to be maintained on a continuous basis to counter any adverse effects, if they emerge.

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