Custom Clearance in ICDs Across India with APT Logistics

Inland Container Depots (ICDs) play a vital role in facilitating India’s international trade by extending port facilities to the hinterland. They act as dry ports, enabling exporters and importers to handle customs procedures, container stuffing/destuffing, and documentation without visiting seaports. At APT Logistics, we provide reliable customs clearance services in ICDs across India, ensuring fast, compliant, and cost-effective cargo movement.

Major ICDs in India and Their Importance

1. ICD Delhi

• Largest ICD in India, connecting northern industrial hubs to ports like Nhava Sheva and Mundra.

• Handles a wide range of cargo including textiles, pharmaceuticals, machinery, and chemicals.

• APT Logistics ensures smooth customs filing, container handling, and timely clearance.

2. ICD Ludhiana

• One of the busiest ICDs for northern India, especially for the textile and garment industry.

• Strong connectivity to Nhava Sheva and Mundra ports via rail and road.

• Our team manages documentation, EDI filing, and container operations efficiently.

3. ICD Nagpur

• Strategically located in central India, offering access to multiple industrial clusters.

• Known as a hub for steel, agriculture, and auto components.

• APT Logistics provides end-to-end clearance, bonded warehousing, and transshipment services.

4. ICD Pithampur & ICD Tihi (Madhya Pradesh)

• Cater to the automobile and engineering industries in central India.

• Equipped with modern container handling facilities and customs offices.

• We specialize in clearances for project cargo, auto parts, and industrial goods.

5. ICD Bangalore

• Serves the technology and manufacturing hub of Karnataka.

• Handles electronics, textiles, and engineering goods.

• APT Logistics ensures compliance with customs regulations and faster clearance.

6. ICD Hyderabad

• Connects the pharmaceutical and biotech capital of India to global markets.

• Specialized handling of pharma, chemicals, and machinery.

• Our expert team manages documentation, customs duty payments, and DG cargo clearances.

Challenges in Custom Clearance at ICDs

• Documentation errors leading to delays.

• Changing regulatory requirements.

• Coordination between multiple agencies.

• Peak season congestion.

APT Logistics addresses these challenges with its experienced team, digital systems, and strong relationships with customs authorities.

APT Logistics – Your Trusted Custom Clearance Partner

At APT Logistics, we provide comprehensive services at ICDs across India, including:

• Preparation and submission of shipping bills and bills of entry.

• Duty calculation and payment assistance.

• HS Code classification and valuation support.

• Handling DG cargo, reefer containers, and project cargo.

• Liaison with customs and port authorities.

• End-to-end logistics, including container movement and last-mile delivery.

Why Choose APT Logistics?

• Pan-India presence covering major ICDs and seaports.

• Experienced professionals with deep knowledge of customs regulations.

• Real-time cargo tracking and status updates.

• Strong relationships with customs officials for faster processing.

• Customer-focused solutions tailored to industry needs.

Conclusion

Custom clearance at ICDs like Delhi, Ludhiana, Nagpur, Pithampur, Tihi, Bangalore, Hyderabad, and others is the backbone of India’s inland trade operations. With APT Logistics by your side, you can ensure smooth, compliant, and hassle-free cargo clearance across all major ICDs.

We combine expertise, technology, and a dedicated team to make your international trade journey seamless and efficient.