Kiran Group

What Kiran Group does

Kiran Group is a privately held, family-owned Indian logistics conglomerate founded in 1982 and headquartered at Gandhidham, Kutch, Gujarat, in the Kandla Port area on India's western coast. The company offers an integrated suite of B2B logistics services spanning liquid storage tank terminals (133,000 CBM capacity), custom clearing and forwarding, port handling and stevedoring, transportation via an owned fleet of 600+ heavy commercial vehicles (290 road tankers, 330 trailers/trucks, 87 ISO tank containers), warehousing and 3PL distribution (over 6 million sq ft open and 1 million sq ft covered space across 12+ locations), and automated drumming and blending (1,000 barrels/day or 200 MT/day). Its operations are anchored at Kandla Port — the No. 1 major port in India for eight consecutive years — with an inland tank farm at Varsana and warehouse facilities extending from Hazira and Ahmedabad to Kolkata, Dadri (NCR), Bhiwadi, Bangalore, Ankleshwar, and Pipavav.

The company's technology stack centers on industrial automation rather than software platforms: SCADA systems with batch controllers, mass flow meters, earthing relays, radar, RTD, and PT instrumentation for tank terminal operations, GPS-enabled fleet tracking for transportation, and automated drum-filling equipment. It holds the distinction of being the first terminal in India to achieve Chemical Distribution Institute-Terminal (CDI-T) assessment, holds Custom House Agent (CHA) licenses at six major ports, and maintains ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 certifications. The company claims an in-house nitrogen generation plant (the only one at Kandla) and fully renewable-powered terminal operations.

Kiran Group's revenue model is primarily managed services revenue from integrated B2B logistics under direct enterprise sales relationships, supplemented by hardware-style income from wind (46 MW) and solar (8 MW) power generation, licensing/lease income from commercial real estate in Gujarat, and franchise-based fees from Kangaroo Kids Education preschool operations. Customers are MNCs and large Indian corporates across chemicals, edible oil, petroleum and petrochemical, FMCG, consumer durables, metals, minerals, agro products, and coal verticals, served through quote-based pricing on volume, cargo type, and service requirements. The company reports turnover of more than INR 2.5 billion (approximately USD 38 million per company disclosure), employs around 800 people, and claims a 19.03% CAGR over the last 10 years, with USD 153 million in stated net worth.

Name

Kiran Group

Legal name

Rishi Kiran Logistics Private Limited

Website

https://thekirangroup.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Kiran Group is a privately held Indian logistics conglomerate founded in 1982 and based at Kandla Port, offering integrated B2B services including liquid storage tank terminals, custom clearing, port handling, transportation, warehousing, and drumming to enterprise clients across chemicals, edible oil, and industrial verticals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Transportation (488), Marine Cargo Handling (488320), Marine Cargo Handling (48832), General Freight Trucking, Local (48411)

SIC

Public Warehousing & Storage (4220), Trucking & Courier Services (No Air) (4210), Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731)

akta.pro primary industry

Documentation, Inserts & Literature Management (TLAIAFAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Full-Service Fleet Management (Outsourced Fleet Programs) (THADAKAA)

Keywords

• Port logistics services
• Liquid storage terminals
• Custom clearing services
• Warehousing distribution
• Freight transportation

Headquarters

HQ city

Gandhidham

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices12 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Integrated Logistics Services: Core revenue from integrated logistics including liquid storage tank terminals, custom clearing, warehousing, transportation, port handling, and drumming services. Turnover of INR 2.5 billion with diverse service offerings under one roof.
2. Renewable Power Generation: Revenue from windmills (46 MW) and solar power plants (8 MW) contributing to diversified income streams
3. Real Estate: Commercial real estate development and leasing of commercial offices, shopping malls, and brand outlets within Gujarat
4. Education: Operating Kangaroo Kids Education franchise for preschool education services

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Kiran Group is an integrated logistics service provider operating from Kandla Port on India's western coast, offering end-to-end supply chain solutions including bulk liquid storage tank terminals (1,33,000 CBM capacity), transportation via a 600+ vehicle fleet, custom clearing and forwarding at six major ports, port handling and stevedoring, warehousing and 3PL distribution across 12+ strategic Indian locations, and drumming/blending services. The group has also diversified into renewable power generation (46 MW wind, 8 MW solar), commercial real estate development, and pre-school education through the Kangaroo Kids franchise.

Product overview

Kiran Group operates as a diversified logistics conglomerate based at Kandla Port, India, offering integrated logistics solutions under one roof. The core offering is a comprehensive suite of logistics services including Liquid Storage Tank Terminals (1,33,000 CBM), Transportation (600+ vehicle fleet), Custom Clearing & Forwarding, Warehousing & Distribution (3PL), Port Handling & Stevedoring, Drumming & Blending, and Specialized Additional Services. Beyond logistics, the group has diversified into Renewable Power Generation (Wind: 46 MW, Solar: 8 MW), Real Estate Development, and Education services. The company maintains facilities across major Indian ports and inland locations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Liquid Storage Tank Terminals Bulk liquid chemical storage terminal with 1,33,000 CBM capacity handling hazardous and non-hazardous liquids including chemicals, edible oil, and petroleum products at Kandla port. Equipped with SCADA, Radar, RTD, PT, and MFM automated instrumentation systems. First terminal in India to receive CDI-T certification.
• Transportation Services Owned fleet of 600+ heavy commercial vehicles including 290 tankers, 330 trailers/trucks, and 87 ISO tanks for hazardous and non-hazardous cargo transportation across India. GPS-enabled fleet tracking for consignment visibility.
• Custom Clearing & Forwarding Custom house agent services with own CHA license at Kandla, Mundra, Hazira, Pipavav, Dahej and Kolkata ports. Provides import/export clearance, freight forwarding, and documentation management with over 25 years of experience.
• Warehousing & Distribution (3PL) Third-party logistics services with over 6 million sq. ft. of open warehouse space and 1 million sq. ft. of covered space across bonded and non-bonded facilities at strategic Indian locations including Kandla, Mundra, Hazira, Ahmedabad, Kolkata, Dadri, Bhiwadi, Bangalore, Ankleshwar, and Pipavav.
• Port Handling & Stevedoring Stevedoring and cargo handling services for all cargo types including containers, heavy lifts, project cargo, and perishables. Manages logistics from vessel discharge to inland destinations with 3+ decades of port handling experience.
• Drumming & Blending Automated drum filling facility with capacity of 1,000 barrels per day (200 MT/day) for bulk-breaking liquid chemicals, edible oil, and castor oil into drums, IBCs, carboys, and jerry cans. Both bonded and non-bonded facilities available.
• Specialized Additional Services Value-added logistics services including sorting, packing/re-packing, labelling, kitting, and last-mile delivery for FMCG, consumer durables, metals, minerals, and chemical industries.
• Wind Power Generation Windmill installations for renewable power generation with current portfolio of 46 MW capacity across various locations in India.
• Solar Power Generation Solar power plant installations with current portfolio of 8 MW capacity, part of company's commitment to renewable energy and sustainable operations.
• Real Estate Development Commercial real estate development and operation since 2000-01, offering built-to-suit solutions for commercial complexes, shopping malls, and brand outlets on lease basis in Gujarat.
• Education Services Education franchise operations under Kangaroo Kids Education Ltd, operating No. 1 ranked pre-schools in India, with plans to expand into schools and colleges.

Quantifiable outcome

• 19.03% CAGR over 10 years demonstrating sustained growth
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Major Container Lines and Shipping LinescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerStrong tie-up with major container lines and shipping lines for competitive freights. Empanelled with various major vessel agents/shipping lines for competitive freights and efficient operations at all operating ports.
• Kangaroo Kids Education LtdminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKiran Group runs the franchisee of Kangaroo Kids Education Ltd, one of the most reputed and consistently ranked No. 1 pre-school in India. This represents the company's education business diversification.

Scale indicators17 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Continental Warehousing Corporation (Nhava Sheva): Indian container freight station and bonded warehousing operator. Comparable to Kiran's custom-bonded warehousing and EXIM logistics operations.
• J M Baxi & Co: Indian port logistics and shipping services group offering stevedoring, custom clearing, and freight forwarding. Directly comparable to Kiran's port handling and CHA businesses.
• Aegis Logistics: Indian logistics company with bulk liquid storage terminals, LPG/chemicals handling, and port-based logistics. Most directly comparable to Kiran's tank terminal and hazardous-liquid storage business in India.

Broad incumbents

• Adani Logistics: Part of Adani Group's ports and logistics platform, operating ports, terminals, warehousing, and inland logistics. Comparable on port-adjacent integrated logistics, especially at Mundra where Kiran also operates.
• Transport Corporation of India (TCI): Established Indian logistics provider spanning transport, warehousing, and supply-chain solutions. Comparable on integrated B2B logistics services and enterprise customer base.
• Mahindra Logistics: Listed Indian 3PL provider focused on enterprise warehousing, transportation, and last-mile delivery. Comparable as a pan-India B2B warehousing and distribution competitor.
• Allcargo Logistics: Large Indian multimodal logistics and supply-chain operator with warehousing, container freight, and contract logistics. Comparable as an integrated 3PL competitor with broader geographic and modal reach than Kiran.
• Gati Ltd: Indian express logistics and supply-chain solutions company with warehousing and distribution. Comparable on enterprise warehousing and multi-node distribution in India.

Regional players

• Safexpress: India-focused supply chain and 3PL provider with extensive owned warehousing and transportation fleet. Comparable on owned-asset, pan-India distribution model.
• V-Trans (VTrans India): Indian logistics company offering transport, warehousing, and 3PL services. Comparable mid-sized integrated B2B logistics competitor with owned fleet model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance4 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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