Cargo Force forecasts UK–India FTA driving shipment growth
The logistics provider forecasts higher shipment volumes backed by stronger trade ties, expanding market access, and growing demand in Tier II and Tier III cities.
Cargo Force, a cross-border logistics provider focused on the UK–India trade lane, is projecting a strong rise in shipping demand following the implementation of the UK–India Free Trade Agreement (FTA) on 15 July 2026. The company expects shipment volumes to grow at a double-digit rate over the next 12 to 18 months, supported by increased trade, closer economic cooperation, and rising demand from consumers, families, and small businesses moving goods between the two countries.
The UK–India logistics corridor continues to gain momentum, driven by a UK-Indian diaspora of nearly 1.9 million people and annual remittance flows estimated at $12–13 billion. The FTA is expected to accelerate this growth by lowering trade barriers, expanding market access, and creating new opportunities for businesses and individuals involved in cross-border trade.
Amid this positive outlook, Cargo Force has maintained strong operational performance. Over the past two years, the company completed more than 52,000 shipments, averaging around 26,000 shipments annually, while achieving a 95% delivery success rate despite undergoing a major technology migration.
Asad Ali Mirza, Director, Cargo Force, said, “The UK–India corridor remains a key market for us, and we are witnessing growing demand driven by stronger trade ties, increasing cross-border activity, and a large diaspora presence. The upcoming Free Trade Agreement is expected to further boost shipments, particularly from emerging cities beyond traditional metro markets."
He added that delivering more than 52,000 shipments over the past two years while maintaining a 95% delivery success rate demonstrated the strength of its operations and customer-first approach. It added that it was well-positioned to support the next phase of growth in UK–India trade and logistics.
Cargo Force said it is seeing rising demand from beyond India's traditional logistics hubs of Delhi and Mumbai, with cities such as Ahmedabad, Chandigarh, Pune, Jaipur, Lucknow, Coimbatore, Kochi, Indore, and Surat emerging as key shipment destinations. According to the company, this trend reflects broader economic development and increasing international trade activity across Tier II and Tier III cities.
The company expects demand to grow across a range of shipment categories, including personal effects, household goods, gifts, e-commerce parcels, SME exports, and business consignments. To support this growth, Cargo Force said it is continuing to invest in technology, operational efficiency, and service capabilities to handle higher volumes while maintaining reliability and transparency.
Looking ahead, the company said the UK–India logistics sector is well-positioned for sustained long-term growth as bilateral trade accelerates under the Free Trade Agreement, creating new opportunities for businesses, entrepreneurs, and consumers in both countries.
