Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has formed a new joint venture partnership with automotive parts manufacturer Samvardhana Motherson International to target the automotive industry.

Through the partnership, the two companies will establish a “global automotive logistics company” that will serve as a “high‑performance logistics backbone supporting both partners’ objectives for sustainable growth in the automotive sector”.

As well as providing automotive parts manufacturing, Samvardhana Motherson International also provides logistics services through the Motherson Group.

The new company will launch operations in June 2026 and will initially be managed from the JV’s headquarters in Dubai.

Further operational locations in Europe, North America, India, and the Middle East are planned as the business expands.

Arjun Kochhar, chief executive, logistics solutions business division, Motherson Group, said: “Our partnership with Hellmann Worldwide Logistics combines Motherson’s integrated industrial capabilities with Hellmann’s extensive network and advanced logistics expertise.

“Together we aim to deliver more resilient, agile and sustainable logistics networks in an increasingly interconnected and complex global environment.”

Madhav Kurup, global chief operating officer, airfreight, seafreight and contract logistics, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics, added: “The joint venture with Motherson further strengthens our position in the global automotive sector.

“Together, we are creating a global platform that enhances resilience, agility, and sustainability across increasingly complex automotive supply chains.”

“The collaboration is built on strong cultural alignment, shared entrepreneurial spirit, and a joint commitment to long‑term, sustainable growth,” the companies added.

“Both companies are committed to Carbon Net Zero targets and leverage dedicated teams and proprietary technologies that can be extended to customers to help promote industry‑wide change.”