Transport Corporation of India Reports Significant Progress in Decarbonization and Sustainable Logistics Operations for FY 2025-26

Transport Corporation of India Reports Significant Progress in Decarbonization and Sustainable Logistics Operations for FY 2025-26​

Transport Corporation of India Limited (TCI), a leading provider of logistics and supply chain solutions, has released its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year 2025-26. The report highlights the company's commitment to environmental stewardship, social equity, and corporate governance as part of its long-term vision for carbon neutrality by FY 2040.

TCI operates across multiple segments, including freight transport (41.10% of turnover), supply chain solutions (42.80%), and coastal transportation (15.00%). The corporation maintains a vast operational footprint, with over 1,000 branches, more than 50 sorting centers, and over 100 zonal offices nationwide. Its markets span Pan-India, while international operations cover three countries: Bangladesh, Nepal, and UAE.

Operational Excellence and Decarbonization Efforts​

The company's sustainability initiatives are heavily focused on mitigating climate impact and enhancing resource efficiency across its logistics network. TCI is actively transitioning towards greener mobility through multiple strategies, including the adoption of CNG, electric vehicles (EV), and alternative fuels like LNG.

Significant steps in decarbonization include:

• Multimodal Shift: Promoting rail-based logistics to reduce dependence on long-haul road freight. In FY 2025-26, the company's railway operations moved close to 3,000 rail rakes, enabling a material modal shift for bulk and long-haul cargo.
• Cleaner Fleet: Expanding cleaner fuel usage, with LNG trips growing sharply from 22 to 180, and electric truck deployments increasing from 21 to 100 during the reporting period.
• Infrastructure Investment: Adopting sustainable practices in warehousing by installing rooftop solar systems, using LED lighting, and promoting green building materials like fly ash bricks for operational facilities.

In terms of environmental performance, TCI recorded a reduction in its Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions intensity per rupee of turnover, which stood at 0.00000292 Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent/INR in FY 2025-26, down from 0.00000369 in the previous year.

Waste Management and Resource Conservation​

The report details comprehensive waste management practices, emphasizing resource recovery and circular economy principles across facilities. Total waste generated by TCI in FY 2025-26 was 944.97 metric tonnes (MT), marking a reduction from 859.08 MT in FY 2024-25.

Key practices include:

• Recycling: The company recycled 141.54 MT of waste, promoting the circular economy and adhering to Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) standards.
• Water Stewardship: Operations involved a total water consumption of 51,864.96 kilolitres (KL), with focus on responsible resource management through rainwater harvesting systems and sewage treatment plants (STPs). The company is also moving towards implementing a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) system at one of its vehicle cleaning centers.

Social Impact and Governance​

From a social perspective, TCI emphasizes employee engagement and talent development. Across the reporting year, 4,165 permanent employees were surveyed, with both male (93% coverage) and female (100% coverage) employees receiving comprehensive training on various topics including safety, skill upgradation, and corporate governance.

The company maintains a strict commitment to ethical conduct, having an embedded anti-bribery and anti-corruption policy across its workforce. Grievance management is also robust; for instance, in FY 2025-26, the company received 3,238 customer complaints related to services, all of which were resolved without any pending cases.

Furthermore, TCI's commitment extends through specialized CSR projects, focusing on education and healthcare. For instance, the corporation supported over 19,511 drivers by providing spectacles, demonstrating a commitment to the welfare of its operational workforce.

Organizational Structure and Stakeholder Engagement​

TCI reports that it holds significant affiliations with national and international industry bodies, including ASSOCHAM and AIMA. The company conducts regular engagement with stakeholders such as customers, investors, and suppliers, ensuring that inputs regarding economic, environmental, and social matters are periodically consolidated and reviewed by the Board to guide corporate strategy.

TCI Stock Price Movement​

Today, Transport Corporation of India Limited shares showed modest strength, closing at ₹932.4 after climbing 0.12% from the previous close. The stock experienced a choppy trading session, which saw it range between a low of ₹927 and an intraday high of ₹942.35.