Air cargo drives Jeena's growth as disruptions reshape trade routes

Jeena & Company reported business volume growth in 2025 as it navigated a year marked by geopolitical tensions, trade route disruptions, and cost volatility across global supply chains. The company said uneven performance across transport modes in India’s logistics sector saw air cargo emerge as the strongest-performing segment, supported by rising demand for time-sensitive and high-value shipments.

Air freight volumes at Jeena & Company outperformed other modes during FY2025, driven by demand from electronics, pharmaceuticals, perishables, and express cargo. The company attributed the shift to customers prioritising speed, reliability, and certainty, as global supply chain conditions remained uncertain, with Red Sea route diversions prompting shippers to seek faster alternatives.

Sea freight also recorded growth during the year, supported by stable export and import volumes through Indian ports. Road freight continued to account for over 70 per cent of inland cargo movement, anchoring domestic logistics operations despite route elongation, operating cost pressures, and freight rate volatility.

To manage disruption, Jeena & Company implemented route diversification, closer coordination with global carrier partners, and scenario planning. The company also expanded the use of digital tools to enable real-time shipment visibility, predictive disruption alerts, and customer communication.

Commenting on the performance, Prediman Koul, Chief Executive Officer, Jeena & Company, said, “2025 reinforced the importance of agility and preparedness in logistics. While geopolitical disruptions created volatility, as trusted partners, we made sure to deliver the best to our customers with our focus on multimodal flexibility, technology adoption, and strategic investment, which helped us maintain continuity and deliver steady growth. Air cargo, in particular, played a critical role in supporting customers during periods of heightened uncertainty.”

“Looking ahead, Jeena & Company remains optimistic about growth opportunities in 2026, supported by expanding trade activity, policy-led infrastructure development, and increasing demand across sectors such as automotive, pharmaceuticals, e-commerce, and defence,” he added.

Founded in 1900, Jeena & Company operates across 60 countries with 27 offices in India, providing air and sea freight, last-mile delivery, warehousing, customs clearance, and documentation services. The company said its recent expansion into Sydney is part of efforts to strengthen its footprint across the UK, Europe, the US, Africa, Germany, China, and New Zealand.