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CastleGate Forwarding Strengthens Global Network with New Consolidation Facility in India


Expansion into Noida aims to streamline supply chains and reduce transit times for global home goods retailers.

NOIDA, India – June 1, 2026 – CastleGate Forwarding (CGF), part of Wayfair, a digital-first freight forwarding leader, officially announced the launch of origin consolidation operations in India. This facility represents a significant investment in the Indian manufacturing corridor and marks the formal establishment of CGF’s presence in the subcontinent.

The service offering leverages a state-of-the-art Container Freight Station (CFS) in the Noida region, strategically positioned near major manufacturing clusters and robust infrastructure links. This expansion is specifically designed to provide scalable, end-to-end supply chain and logistics solutions supported by strategic logistics partnerships for high-growth brands exporting home furnishings and bulky home-goods to North American markets.

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“India is becoming a fast growing sourcing hub for our industry. Our expansion into India marks a significant step in strengthening our global supply chain capabilities,” said Vipul Sardana, Head of CastleGate Forwarding. “With seamless inland connectivity via the Western Dedicated Freight Corridor and direct access to major export ports, our new Noida CFS enables partners to optimize their supply chains from origin to final delivery.”

Operational Excellence and Seamless Connectivity

The Noida facility serves as a critical “sorting engine” before ocean transit, offering consolidation services that aggregates products from multiple Indian vendors and factories into single containers to maximize shipping efficiency. Key specifications of the new hub include:

Feature
Specification
Location
Tilpata Road, Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Rail Route
Western Dedicated Freight Corridor (WDFC)
Rail Transit (Noida to Port)
~3–5 Days
Origin Ports
Mundra, Nhava Sheva, and Pipavav
Ocean Transit (to U.S. East Coast)
~30–35 Days

The launch will proceed in two phases: Phase 1 will commence from June 1 with weekly scheduled ocean service options to the U.S. East Coast, followed by Phase 2 (TBD), which will expand service to the U.S. West Coast.

The CGF Advantage: Digital Integration

Beyond physical infrastructure, the Noida facility is fully integrated with CGF’s proprietary visibility and tracking solutions. Customers with a CGF contract gain real-time data from the moment cargo enters the Indian facility. Value-added services, including Serial Shipping Container Code (SSCC) labeling and specialized quality control inspections for oversized furniture, help ensure that inventory arrives "floor-ready" at destination fulfillment centers, reducing last-mile costs and administrative burdens.

About CastleGate Forwarding

CastleGate Forwarding (CGF) is a rapidly growing technology-enabled global logistics solutions partner specializing in efficient, scalable shipping solutions for e-commerce and bulky home goods. By digitizing the supply chain and putting customer needs at the forefront of its integrated platforms, CGF helps drive speed and accuracy from origin to destination.

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