Fut!ure-Ready Infrastructure: Logistics Expansion & Rare-Earth Magnet Strategy

To strengthen its supply chain and logistics operations, Mahindra Logistics, a subsidiary of Mahindra & Mahindra, has significantly expanded its warehousing capacity in FY 2024–25. The company leased nearly 300,000 square feet of industrial space near Pune, one of India’s major manufacturing and logistics corridors. This facility will support faster regional distribution and enable Mahindra to meet the growing demand across its automotive, farm, and spare parts businesses. The space is equipped with automation and integrated cold storage, aligning with Mahindra’s long-term plan to make logistics more agile, scalable, and digitally connected. This expansion is also part of Mahindra’s ambition to make Mahindra Logistics a ₹10,000 crore enterprise by FY 2027.

In a parallel strategic initiative, Mahindra & Mahindra is exploring the domestic production of rare-earth magnets, which are crucial components used in electric vehicle (EV) motors. This step follows rising global concern about overdependence on Chinese rare-earth supplies, as China currently dominates global production and has recently implemented export restrictions. To reduce this dependency and support India’s self-reliance goals, Mahindra is reportedly collaborating with Uno Minda, a leading Indian auto component maker, to set up a local rare-earth magnet manufacturing unit. This move will secure the supply of critical materials for Mahindra’s upcoming EVs under its Born Electric Vision (BEV) platform.

Together, these infrastructure and raw material strategies represent Mahindra’s push toward vertical integration and de-risking of supply chains in the face of geopolitical and economic uncertainty. The rare-earth magnet strategy supports the company’s ambition to become a major force in the Indian EV market, while logistics expansion ensures faster fulfillment, inventory efficiency, and cost reduction across its businesses. These future-forward investments not only make Mahindra more competitive but also align with national priorities like “Make in India” and green mobility, positioning the company as a long-term leader in sustainable manufacturing and technology. Sources:TheFinancialExpress