Driving Warehousing Development Across Uttar Pradesh

The Association of Warehouse Developers – Uttar Pradesh (AWD-UP) is a registered non-profit platform that unites warehouse and logistics infrastructure developers to foster policy advocacy, promote sustainable practices, and advance technological innovation.

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Our Focus Areas

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Policy Advocacy​

Facilitating structured dialogue with government bodies on zoning laws, infrastructure planning, and land policies affecting development.

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Industrial Collaboration

Creating opportunities for developers, investors, and policymakers to align on business goals and infrastructure needs of business.

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Knowledge Sharing

Hosting seminars, workshops, and conferences to keep members informed on trends, compliance, & operational best practices for the organisation

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Technology Enablement

Encouraging the adoption of automation, warehouse management systems (WMS), and energy-efficient technologies for overall enablement.

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Sustainability Promotion


Advocating for green building practices, responsible land use, and social responsibility within the logistics industry.

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Skill Development

Fostering talent through professional training programs, certifications, and capability-building initiatives to prepare the workforce for evolving industry demands.

About AWD-UP

The Association of Warehouse Developers – Uttar Pradesh (AWD-UP), established in 2018, is a non-profit registered entity registered under section 8 of the Companies Act. The Association is dedicated to advancing standards and promoting best practices in the warehousing sector.

It is a sector-focused industry platform that brings together Uttar Pradesh’s leading warehousing and logistics infrastructure developers. Our objective is to enable industry collaboration, share best practices, and engage with international stakeholders to explore partnerships, technology adoption, and investment opportunities.

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Key Warehousing Statistics (Global Trends, 2024)

Global Warehouse Market Value
  • Estimated at $450+ billion in 2024.
  • Expected CAGR: ~6.5% through 2030.

E-commerce has driven demand for warehousing space up by over 20% since 2020

  • 35-40% of large warehouses have implemented robotics or automation systems.
  • Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) adoption is at ~60% among major logistics providers.
  • Average warehouse space utilization: 80-85%.
  • Urban warehousing (last-mile hubs) is growing rapidly due to faster delivery demands.

Impact Summary

Supply Chain Resilience
Warehousing acts as a buffer against supply chain disruptions, enabling just-in-time (JIT) and just-in-case (JIC) inventory strategies.
Efficient warehousing enables faster fulfilment, supporting 1- or 2-day delivery models.

Optimized warehousing reduces stockouts, lowers transportation costs, and minimizes excess inventory.

High energy use and land consumption are pushing trends toward green warehousing and sustainable logistics.

Recent Activities

UP Logistics Infrastructure Meet (2024)

Engagement with over 100+ logistics stakeholders on warehousing expansion, investment zones, and compliance frameworks.

Industry Roundtable with State Officials

Closed-door dialogue on policy reforms and infrastructure roadmap for industrial storage facilities.

Become a Member

Joining AWD-UP offers exclusive access to

  • Networking with developers, vendors, and government bodies
  • Policy and regulatory representation
  • Visibility for your warehousing projects
  • Opportunities for vendor empanelment and buyer connections
  • Industry insights, compliance updates, and best practice guidance