Acquisition · Mobility & Logistics

Samara Capital invests Rs 1,200 crore in logistics platform

By Startup Enthusiast · 21 September 2026

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Samara Capital acquired stakes in Associated Road Carriers and Calyx Container Terminals for Rs 1,200 crore

Promoters and Samara hold nearly equal stakes in the new integrated logistics entity

The combined business has revenue of about Rs 2,140 crore and plans to expand its nationwide network

Samara Capital acquired stakes in Associated Road Carriers (ARC) and Calyx Container Terminals.
The total investment for both companies is Rs 1,200 crore.
Promoters and Samara will hold nearly equal stakes in the newly formed entity.
This move creates an integrated logistics platform combining road transport and port operations.
The combined entity reported a revenue of ~Rs 2,140 crore in FY26.
The company plans to use funds to expand its branch and hub network across India.
Future strategy includes pursuing acquisitions to build a nationwide logistics business.
Operations will cover both domestic and EXIM cargo through enhanced first-mile and last-mile services.

The acquisition merges road transportation with container freight station operations at Chennai Port.
It signals a push towards building a comprehensive multi-stage supply chain logistics provider.

ARC operates a business-to-business road transportation network across various regions.
Calyx manages container freight station operations specifically located at Chennai Port.
The combined service offering leverages ARC's road network alongside Calyx's port-linked infrastructure.
The business model focuses on connecting domestic routes with international export-import cargo flows.
Technology upgrades aim to improve efficiency in data analytics and engineering processes.
Process improvements are intended to strengthen operational capabilities in first-mile and last-mile delivery.
The platform targets expansion by adding more hubs to support growing customer demand.

Expand branch and hub network to increase geographic coverage.
Upgrade technology systems including data analytics and engineering tools.
Pursue further acquisitions to build a comprehensive nationwide logistics business.
Cover both domestic and EXIM cargo through integrated operations.