GSV, Amazon Sign MoU to Boost Logistics Research & Launch Chair Professorship

The Chair will serve as a strategic anchor for collaborative research projects, case studies, real-time industry problem-solving, and innovation pilots relevant to India’s logistics infrastructure.

Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV)—India’s premier institution dedicated exclusively to the transportation and logistics sector—signed a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with global e-commerce leader Amazon. The partnership aims to strengthen academic–industry collaboration by enabling extensive knowledge sharing, joint curriculum development, research initiatives, and talent development for the rapidly expanding logistics ecosystem in India.

A Milestone Collaboration for Logistics Innovation

One of the most notable components of the MoU is the establishment of an Amazon Chair Professorship at GSV. This initiative will facilitate advanced research in warehousing, digital logistics, and supply chain optimisation, with a particular emphasis on data-driven decision-making frameworks. The Chair will serve as a strategic anchor for collaborative research projects, case studies, real-time industry problem-solving, and innovation pilots relevant to India’s logistics infrastructure.

The MoU also includes provisions for co-developing specialized courses, student training modules, internships, and faculty–industry immersion programmes, ensuring the academic curriculum remains aligned with real-world industry needs.

GSV’s Vision: Building India’s Next-Generation Logistics Workforce

GSV Vice Chancellor Prof. Manoj Choudhary expressed confidence that the partnership will accelerate India’s logistics transformation. He noted that, as the country’s sole university dedicated to the transportation and logistics sector, GSV is committed to creating a strong research ecosystem and nurturing skilled professionals who can drive national infrastructure growth.

Prof. Choudhary emphasized that Amazon’s leadership in logistics, warehousing automation, and supply chain innovation would offer invaluable insights for academic research and planning. He added that the collaboration will support co-working projects, smarter system design, and innovative logistics solutions aligned with India’s economic ambitions.

Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya: A National Institution for Integrated Transport Systems

Established as a Central University through an Act of Parliament in 2022, GSV functions under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. The University plays a pivotal role in creating a multidisciplinary framework across all major transportation domains, including:

• Railways

• Highways and Road Transport

• Ports and Maritime systems

• Aviation and Airports

• Shipping and Inland Waterways

• Urban Transport

• Integrated Logistics and Supply Chains

GSV is led by Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Union Minister for Railways, Information & Broadcasting, and Electronics & IT, who serves as the University’s Chancellor. Under his leadership, the university aims to bridge academic excellence with industry-driven capabilities in infrastructure, mobility, and logistics engineering.

Driving India’s Logistics Competitiveness

This MoU is expected to contribute significantly toward strengthening India’s logistics efficiency, supporting the goals of PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, and enhancing the country’s global competitiveness. By integrating academic research with Amazon’s innovation ecosystem, the collaboration will:

• Strengthen warehousing and supply chain analytics

• Boost skill development and professional training

• Encourage real-time experimentation and digital transformation

• Support infrastructure planning based on data insights

• Promote interdisciplinary research in transportation and logistics

The initiative underscores a shared commitment to building a robust, future-ready logistics sector capable of supporting India’s fast-growing economy.