Bengaluru: Ekart, a third-party logistics (3PL) supply chain company, has expanded its partnership with IKEA to strengthen last-mile delivery operations in Chennai.
Under this collaboration, Ekart will manage end-to-end large-format deliveries for IKEA across the city, powered by a 100% dedicated electric vehicle (EV) fleet. This move enables fully sustainable, technology-driven delivery operations, making Chennai the second major market after NCR-Delhi where Ekart handles IKEA’s last-mile logistics.
The partnership underscores Ekart’s growing positioning as an enterprise-grade logistics partner for complex and large-format commerce in India. It will oversee the delivery of over 600 products from IKEA’s catalogue, including furniture, home décor, and other household essentials that require specialised handling.
Leveraging its technology-led fulfilment network and optimised routing capabilities, Ekart will ensure deliveries within a 48-hour window, along with real-time tracking and end-to-end shipment visibility for customers—from fulfilment hub to doorstep.
The EV-powered supply chain is designed to support rapid turnaround while aligning with both companies’ sustainability goals, particularly in advancing zero-emission logistics solutions in urban markets.
Commenting on the partnership, Mani Bhushan, Chief Business Officer, Ekart, said, “Our expanded partnership with IKEA reflects Ekart’s strength in building and operating enterprise-grade, specialised supply chain solutions for leading global retail brands. As large-format retail continues to scale in India, the need for reliable, technology-led logistics partners is becoming increasingly critical. Through dedicated infrastructure and an EV-led last-mile network, we are focused on delivering consistent, sustainable logistics solutions at scale.”
Saiba Suri, Country Customer Fulfilment Manager, IKEA India, added, “Efficient and sustainable fulfilment is central to our growth in India as we expand our omnichannel presence. Our collaboration with Ekart in Chennai strengthens our ability to serve customers faster and more seamlessly, particularly across our large-format home furnishing range, where reliable and specialised last-mile logistics is critical. By combining operational scale with an EV-led last-mile model, this partnership also supports our ambition to reduce environmental impact while maintaining high service standards. We look forward to deepening this collaboration as we expand our footprint across India.”
Ekart currently powers end-to-end logistics for over 1,800 retail, D2C, and enterprise brands, offering integrated supply chain solutions across last-mile delivery, part-truckload (PTL), and warehousing. Through this collaboration, Ekart and IKEA aim to deliver a more seamless, reliable, and sustainable customer experience while scaling environmentally responsible logistics solutions across India.
