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Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) is set to launch a freight service on its network, which will be modelled on the Delhi Metro Rail Corporation’s (DMRC) framework. The service will operate during non-peak hours, transporting non-perishable, packaged goods while ensuring uninterrupted convenience for passengers. The Central Government has directed the introduction of cargo operations across all metro systems in the country. In March, DMRC signed an MoU with Blue Dart for urban logistics, and now Kochi Metro Rail is preparing to follow suit with its own freight services.

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According to an official statement issued on Saturday, the service is expected to greatly benefit Kochi’s business community and offer Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) an additional source of revenue. "It will help business establishments connect more closely with the metro and offer them a faster, more efficient way to move goods," the statement said.

Kochi Metro's cargo service will operate during non-peak hours, facilitating the transport of non-perishable, packaged goods without disrupting passenger services. This initiative is expected to greatly benefit the local business community while providing Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) with an additional revenue stream. It will also enable faster and more efficient movement of goods within the city.

Kochi Metro Cargo Service 

Kochi Metro currently spans between Aluva and Tripunithura, covering over 27 kilometers, with further expansion plans toward Kakkanad underway. In a recent statement, Kochi Metro Rail Limited (KMRL) emphasized the service’s potential to support the local business community by offering a faster and more efficient mode of goods transportation. The initiative is also expected to generate a new revenue stream for KMRL. Interested businesses are encouraged to contact contact@kmrl.co.in, with tariffs and schedules to be finalized based on stakeholder feedback.

Cargo Services via Metro Trains

Leveraging metro trains for cargo and logistics will help reduce reliance on road transport, ease traffic congestion, and lower vehicular emissions.

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“Globally, metro systems are increasingly exploring ways to utilise spare capacity to generate revenue while promoting sustainability. For instance, Madrid Metro has initiated a pilot project in collaboration with logistic partners to transport parcels via metro trains, thereby reducing road traffic and pollution. DMRC is actively engaging with Madrid Metro to exchange insights and best practices in urban freight transportation,” the DMRC said in a statement earlier.