South Korea’s largest logistics company, CJ Logistics Corporation, has invested $32 million into India’s integrated logistics service providers, CJ Darcl Logistics. With this investment, the Korean giant has increased its stake from 50 per cent to 56 per cent.
The investment is a mix of primary and secondary transactions. It is aimed at supporting CJ Darcl’s future growth plans and strengthening its capital base.
Fresh investment to support expansion plan across India
The fresh funds will be used to scale CJ Darcl’s operations across India. The company plans to expand its multimodal logistics infrastructure, which includes terminals, advanced warehouses, digital supply chain solutions, and eco-friendly fuel platforms.
CJ Darcl currently operates through nearly 200 branches across India. It serves more than 2,000 customers across industries and employs over 5,000 professionals. The company offers end-to-end logistics solutions by combining asset-based operations with technology-driven efficiency.
CJ Darcl and CJ Logistics first joined hands in 2017 when the Korean firm acquired a 50 per cent stake in Darcl Logistics, which was later renamed CJ Darcl. The remaining 44 per cent stake remains with the founding Darcl promoters and their affiliates.
This investment will help scale integrated offerings, says management
K.K. Agarwal, Chairman and Managing Director of CJ Darcl Logistics Ltd., said the investment reflects strong trust and a shared vision. “The capital will enable us to scale our integrated offerings, invest in next-generation technologies, and drive sustainable growth. We are creating a future-ready logistics enterprise that blends Indian depth with global excellence,” he said.
Mr. Gwon Woong Kim, Head of APAC Headquarters, CJ Logistics Corporation, said India is now at a turning point in logistics. “India is entering a transformative era in logistics and remains a cornerstone of CJ Logistics’ global strategy,” he said.
He added, “Just as we witnessed a shift from unorganised to organised infrastructure in Korean markets during the 1990s, we see India poised for similar acceleration. Through deeper collaboration with CJ Darcl, we are committed to driving innovation and delivering high-efficiency logistics solutions that support India’s evolving supply chain ecosystem.”
CJ Darcl is one of India’s top multimodal logistics service providers. It offers services such as road transport (FTL), rail and multimodal transport, air and coastal shipping, and more. With a fleet of over 1,600 vehicles and 2,500 containers, it provides project logistics, warehousing, freight forwarding, and value-added services across sectors.