Indian Railways has launched RailParcel, a pilot programme designed to improve parcel transportation across key rail corridors. Implemented under the South Central Railway (SCR) zone, the initiative covers Hyderabad, Vijayawada, Guntur, Rajahmundry, Visakhapatnam, Bengaluru, and Chennai. ETO Motors, a subsidiary of AION-Tech Solutions Limited, has been appointed as the logistics partner for the pilot, handling first- and last-mile parcel delivery operations across selected locations.
Through this engagement, ETO Motors will manage parcel movement between railway terminals and customer pickup and delivery points, helping strengthen coordination on the ground and improve turnaround times. The partnership aims to create smoother links between rail transport and urban delivery networks, supporting efficient handling and reliable service across the pilot cities.
RailParcel is designed as a customer-oriented parcel movement solution that leverages India’s extensive railway network to enhance shipment tracking, streamline workflows, and increase operational transparency. The pilot initiative is expected to support modernization of parcel handling systems while encouraging more efficient and environmentally responsible logistics movement through rail-based transport.
Anthony Daniel, Chief Business Officer at ETO Motors, said the RailParcel pilot demonstrates how organized first- and last-mile logistics can complement large-scale rail transportation systems. He added that ETO Motors is integrating its electric mobility-driven logistics capabilities with rail-linked supply chains to improve connectivity between railway hubs and end customers, while supporting the development of sustainable parcel movement models.
Under the current deployment, ETO Motors is managing parcel operations in three cities, coordinating transfers between designated railway terminals and delivery points in line with train schedules. The pilot is expected to enhance service consistency, improve utilization of rail-linked parcel capacity, and establish a framework for scalable multimodal logistics operations.
The collaboration combines electric vehicle–based logistics with India’s rail network to support low-emission parcel transport. By linking structured ground operations with rail infrastructure, ETO Motors is positioning itself as an execution partner in emerging multimodal logistics ecosystems.
AION-Tech Solutions Limited, established in 1994, provides full-stack data analytics and sustainability-focused technology services. ETO Motors, its mobility subsidiary, operates an integrated electric vehicle ecosystem for passenger transport and logistics, combining EV fleets, intelligent fleet management, and data-led operations to deliver efficient and environmentally responsible mobility solutions across India.
