India’s ULIP Integrates No-Entry Data and Black Spots to Refine Cargo Route Optimisation

India’s Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP) has expanded its scope by integrating data on no-entry points and accident-prone black spots across 100 cities to improve cargo route optimisation. This initiative is expected to boost efficiency in logistics operations by reducing delays and enhancing safety on roads.

Expansion Of LDB 2.0

The Logistics Data Bank (LDB) wall, which already offers real-time container location details, is being upgraded to LDB 2.0. This expansion will cover 31 terminals across 18 ports, 88 manufacturing SEZs, and 5,700 railway and Dedicated Freight Corridor (DFC) stations. As of September 15, 2025, the system has successfully tracked 87 million containers, making it a vital part of India’s logistics ecosystem.

Containerised Traffic Growth Targets

According to news reports, NICDC Managing Director and CEO Rajat Kumar Saini stated that India aims to increase containerised traffic from the current 25% to over 60% in the coming years. Exporters will be able to track shipments using container, vehicle, or railway FNR numbers, extending coverage across international waters and key transhipment points.

Tracking And Safety Standards

Unlike systems that rely on restricted radio devices, LDB leverages open-source and paid tracking services from shipping lines to monitor cargo movement. The platform excludes private vehicles to preserve privacy but evaluates whether cargo-carrying trucks are roadworthy. Fitment rates of such vehicles vary significantly across states, ranging from just 40% to more than 90%.

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Conclusion

The integration of no-entry and black spot data into ULIP marks a critical step in modernising India’s logistics infrastructure. With broader coverage under LDB 2.0 and ambitious targets for containerised traffic, the initiative is poised to enhance trade efficiency, improve road safety, and strengthen India’s position as a global logistics hub.

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