Kanpur’s strategic location at the intersection of major highways and railways makes it a convenient transit point for goods and materials.
The company is looking at onboarding over 600 driver-partners to drive the intracity logistics services in the city and the number of driver-partners is expected to reach more than 3,000 by the end of the first year of operation.
“Porter’s journey towards moving a billion dreams, one delivery at a time has been well-received across the country over the years. Including Kanpur, one of the most dynamic cities with diverse logistics needs in our logistics operation, we aim to cater to the existing needs in the market with our on-demand vehicle at affordable rates, quick service with utmost security and live-tracking along with other advanced technology, dedicated team, and commitment to eco-friendly practices. We strive to contribute positively to the lives of the driver-partners we onboard in the city. We look forward to capitalising on the growing demand for logistics services in the city and contributing to its growth and development,” Manish Gupta, Vice President – Trucks at Porter said in a statement.
With the launch in Kanpur, Porter will now be operating in 20 cities across India. Porter plans to expand to 35 cities in the next two years, with the aim to gain greater penetration within Tier-II and Tier-III cities.
