Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd
Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd. (APML) is an Indian logistics, relocation and transportation company operating across the packing, moving, warehousing, transportation and supply-chain sectors. The organisation traces its origins to Agarwal Household Carrier, a household shifting business started in 1986 by Ramesh Agarwal, Rajender Agarwal and T. Vijay Kumar. In 1987, the business evolved into Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd., a company registered with the Registrar of Companies (ROC), Government of India.
The company operates under the Agarwal Packers and Movers brand and provides domestic and international relocation, household shifting, corporate relocation, car transportation, warehousing, self-storage, logistics, supply-chain management, third-party logistics and specialised cargo transportation services.
According to information presented by the company, its network covers more than 1,264 destinations in India and 182 countries worldwide. Its stated infrastructure includes more than 140 branches across India, over 1,800 GPS-enabled vehicles, approximately 60 lakh square feet of A+ grade warehousing space and more than 30,000 home storage lockers.
History and Foundation
The origins of Agarwal Packers and Movers can be traced to Agarwal Household Carrier, a household shifting business established in 1986 by Ramesh Agarwal, Rajender Agarwal and T. Vijay Kumar.
In 1987, the business evolved into Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd., marking the development of a formalised enterprise focused on organised packing, moving and transportation services.
The company initially concentrated on household goods transportation and relocation. With increasing urbanisation and mobility in India, its operations expanded to serve customers relocating between cities and states.
Over the years, the organisation developed capabilities in professional packing, transportation, warehousing, storage and logistics. These developments expanded its business beyond conventional household shifting into commercial relocation, industrial logistics and specialised transportation.
The organisation subsequently developed a nationwide network and expanded its operations into international relocation and other specialised logistics segments.
Founder and Mentor – Ramesh Agarwal
Ramesh Agarwal is associated with the founding and development of Agarwal Packers and Movers and is identified by the organisation as its Mentor.
Before entering the relocation business, Ramesh Agarwal served as an airman in the Indian Air Force. After leaving military service, he entered entrepreneurship and became involved in household goods transportation.
His approach to the business focused on organising household relocation through professional packing systems, transportation infrastructure, logistics processes and customer-oriented services.
Under his leadership and mentorship, the organisation expanded its operations and diversified into multiple areas of transportation, relocation and logistics.
Ramesh Agarwal has also been associated with initiatives related to driver welfare, transportation safety and professionalisation within the logistics sector.
Evolution of the Company
The development of Agarwal Packers and Movers has followed the changing requirements of India's relocation and transportation market.
Beginning with household shifting, the company expanded into:
- Domestic relocation
- International relocation
- Corporate relocation
- Commercial moving
- Car transportation
- Warehousing
- Self-storage
- Transportation
- Supply-chain management
- Third-party logistics
- EXIM cargo
- ODC transportation
- Infrastructure logistics
The company has also developed specialised capabilities for relocating sensitive equipment, industrial machinery, information-technology infrastructure and other high-value assets.
Residential Relocation
Household relocation remains one of the principal services associated with Agarwal Packers and Movers.
The company provides services covering different stages of a household move, including packing, handling, transportation, delivery and storage.
Residential relocation services include:
- Household shifting
- Domestic relocation
- International moving
- Packing and unpacking
- Car transportation
- Storage
- Self-storage
- Pet relocation
- Parcel delivery
The company uses professional packing materials and transportation systems to handle household belongings during transit.
International Moving
Agarwal Packers and Movers provides international relocation services for individuals and families moving between countries.
The company states that its network extends to 182 countries worldwide, supported by international operations and partner networks.
International moving services include:
- Overseas household relocation
- International packing
- Transportation
- Storage
- Documentation assistance
- Destination coordination
- Vehicle relocation
- Cargo handling
International relocation forms part of the company's wider global mobility and logistics operations.
Corporate Relocation
Agarwal Packers and Movers provides relocation solutions for companies and corporate organisations.
Corporate relocation can involve the movement of offices, employees, IT infrastructure, furniture, equipment and other business assets.
Services include:
- Office relocation
- Corporate shifting
- Employee relocation
- IT equipment relocation
- Data centre relocation
- Machinery relocation
- Laboratory relocation
- Bank relocation
- Government employee relocation
- PSU relocation
- Commercial moving
The company's corporate relocation operations are designed to support structured movement of business assets through coordinated transportation and relocation planning.
Warehousing and Storage
Warehousing and storage form an important part of the company's logistics portfolio.
Agarwal Packers and Movers provides storage facilities for household belongings, business inventory and other goods requiring temporary or long-term storage.
The company states that it operates approximately 60 lakh square feet of A+ grade warehousing space.
Its storage-related services include:
- Household storage
- Business storage
- Self-storage
- Inventory storage
- Pick-and-pack services
- Long-term storage
- Secure warehousing
- Flexible storage solutions
The company also lists more than 30,000 home storage lockers within its storage network.
Car Transportation
Agarwal Packers and Movers provides vehicle transportation services for customers relocating within India and for certain international transportation requirements.
Car transportation services include:
- Vehicle pickup
- Professional loading
- Secure transportation
- Car carrier services
- Vehicle delivery
- Transportation tracking
The service forms part of the company's broader relocation portfolio.
Trucking Cube
Trucking Cube is a transportation concept associated with Agarwal Packers and Movers. It is designed as an enclosed and dedicated transportation space for household goods.
According to the company's description, the system is intended to minimise unnecessary handling of goods during transportation while providing additional protection.
The transportation system incorporates features such as:
- Dedicated cargo space
- Shock-absorber padding
- Lashing belts
- Self-locking mechanisms
- Tamper-evident security
- Enclosed transportation
Trucking Cube forms part of the company's efforts to introduce specialised equipment and technology into the relocation process.
Logistics and Transportation
Beyond household relocation, Agarwal Packers and Movers operates across several segments of the wider logistics industry.
Its logistics portfolio includes:
- General transportation
- Bulk transportation
- ODC transportation
- Supply-chain management
- Third-party logistics
- EXIM cargo
- Warehousing
- Infrastructure logistics
The company operates a fleet of GPS-enabled vehicles and provides consignment tracking facilities for customers.
Its transportation infrastructure includes:
- Smart Vehicles
- Flexi Decker vehicles
- Double Decker Trucks with Tail Lift
- Trucking Cube containers
- Steel LED/LCD Boxes
Supply Chain and Third-Party Logistics
The company has expanded into Third-Party Logistics (3PL) and supply-chain management.
These services are intended to support businesses in managing transportation, warehousing, inventory and distribution requirements.
The company's supply-chain and 3PL services include:
- Integrated logistics
- Warehousing
- Inventory management
- Transportation
- Distribution
- Order fulfilment
- Pick-and-pack services
- Logistics coordination
This expansion has broadened the organisation's activities beyond traditional packers-and-movers operations.
EXIM Cargo
Agarwal Packers and Movers also operates in the EXIM cargo segment.
EXIM refers to import and export-related cargo movement and logistics.
The company's services in this area include:
- Import cargo
- Export cargo
- Cargo handling
- Transportation
- Documentation
- Customs-related coordination
- Logistics management
These services form part of the company's wider freight and logistics portfolio.
ODC Transportation
ODC transportation refers to the movement of Over Dimensional Cargo, including goods or equipment exceeding standard transportation dimensions.
Such movements can require specialised vehicles, route planning, handling procedures and coordination.
The company's ODC services include:
- Route surveys
- Transportation planning
- Specialised trailers
- Heavy cargo transportation
- Oversized cargo handling
- Route coordination
- Secure cargo movement
The service is designed for industrial and commercial customers transporting large machinery, equipment and other oversized consignments.
Specialised Relocation Services
Agarwal Packers and Movers provides specialised relocation services for sensitive, high-value and technically complex assets.
The company lists services for moving:
- IT equipment
- Data centres
- Laboratories
- Industrial machinery
- Fine art
- Sculptures
- Defence equipment
- Banking infrastructure
- Government equipment
- Industrial equipment
Such relocations can require additional planning, specialised packaging, controlled handling and dedicated transportation arrangements.
Technology and Digital Tracking
Technology forms an important part of the company's transportation and relocation operations.
Agarwal Packers and Movers uses GPS-enabled vehicles and provides online consignment tracking to give customers visibility into the movement of their shipments.
Its technology-related systems include:
- GPS vehicle tracking
- Online consignment tracking
- Digital customer support
- Technology-enabled logistics
- Vehicle monitoring
- Digital communication
The company states that its operational fleet includes more than 1,800 GPS-enabled vehicles.
Safety and Security
Safety and security are incorporated into the company's relocation and transportation processes.
The organisation highlights the use of protective packing materials and transportation safety measures for household and commercial goods.
Its vehicles use GPS tracking systems, while transportation operations incorporate safety procedures for drivers and cargo.
The company also highlights driver safety and defensive-driving training as part of its transportation practices.
Certifications
Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd. identifies itself as an organisation certified to:
- ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management Systems
- ISO 39001:2012 – Road Traffic Safety Management Systems
ISO 9001:2015 relates to quality management systems, while ISO 39001:2012 relates to road traffic safety management systems.
The company incorporates these standards into aspects of its quality-management and transportation-safety processes.
Awards and Recognition
Agarwal Packers and Movers has received recognition associated with its activities in the relocation and transportation sector.
The company highlights recognition associated with the Limca Book of Records and the World Book of Records (UK).
These recognitions have included records and achievements associated with transportation of household goods and the company's relocation operations.
The organisation also displays various awards and industry recognitions received during its operating history.
Network and Global Presence
Agarwal Packers and Movers has established a domestic and international service network.
According to information presented by the company, its network includes:
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The company also operates through international locations and partner networks in multiple markets. Customer ServicesThe company's relocation process incorporates several stages designed to support customers before, during and after a move. These can include:
The objective is to provide customers with an integrated relocation service rather than treating transportation as an isolated activity. Driver Welfare and Social InitiativesAgarwal Packers and Movers has highlighted driver welfare and road safety as areas of social responsibility. One initiative associated with the company is the APM Driver Seva Kendra, which is intended to provide drivers with access to basic facilities and a safer environment. The company has also highlighted driver training and safety practices as part of its efforts to improve transportation-sector working conditions. Business SegmentsAgarwal Packers and Movers serves a range of customer categories, including:
This diversified customer base reflects the company's expansion from household shifting into commercial, institutional and industrial logistics. Current OperationsAgarwal Packers and Movers continues to operate across the relocation, transportation, warehousing and logistics sectors. Its current service portfolio combines traditional packing-and-moving operations with technology-enabled transportation and logistics solutions. The organisation provides domestic and international relocation services alongside corporate moving, car transportation, storage, supply-chain management, EXIM cargo and specialised logistics. Its domestic and international network enables the company to serve customers across multiple geographic markets. Vision and Business ApproachThe company's business approach centres on providing integrated relocation and logistics solutions. Its operations combine:
The organisation's development reflects the evolution of India's relocation sector from traditional household transportation toward organised logistics and mobility services. Significance in the Indian Logistics IndustryAgarwal Packers and Movers has been associated with the development of organised household relocation services in India. Beginning as a household carrier in 1986 and evolving into Agarwal Packers and Movers Ltd. in 1987, the organisation expanded its activities into a diversified logistics and transportation business. Its current service portfolio extends from household shifting to international relocation, warehousing, vehicle transportation, commercial moving, third-party logistics, EXIM cargo and specialised transportation. The combination of relocation infrastructure, transportation technology, warehousing facilities and international networks forms an important part of the company's current operating model. Key Information |
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