Specialized Warehousing Facilities
Fire safety systems, spill management, and secure chemical storage zones.
Industry Overview
The chemicals, lubricants, and paints sector is critical to industries such as automotive, construction, and consumer goods, with the Indian paints and coatings market alone valued at USD 10.46 billion in 2025 and projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.4% to USD 16.38 billion by 2030. The sector shows a strong shift towards eco-friendly, water-borne formulations driven by environmental regulations and consumer preferences for sustainability. Innovations like nanotechnology and smart coatings enhance performance across diverse applications, from architectural to automotive.
From a logistics viewpoint, this sector requires specialized, safe, and compliant supply chain solutions due to the hazardous nature of materials and strict regulatory requirements. Efficient transport using certified carriers, multimodal strategies, and IoT-enabled real-time tracking ensure timely distribution while minimizing risk. Scalable warehousing, dedicated fleets, and automation further support the sector’s growing demand, while sustainability measures, such as green logistics, drive operational efficiency and regulatory adherence.
Industry Challenges
Chemical, lube & paint logistics faces unique operational and regulatory demands
Safety & Compliance
Strict handling norms, hazardous goods regulations, and safety protocols.
Storage Complexity
Need for segregation of flammable, corrosive, and sensitive products.
Multi-Channel Distribution
Supplying bulk shipments to industries and smaller SKUs to dealers & retailers.
Temperature Sensitivity
Paints and lubricants requiring protection from extreme heat/cold.
Pan-India Reach
Reliable distribution to OEMs, auto workshops, and retail markets nationwide.
Case Study Spotlight: Industrial Success Story
- How KDL Helped a Global Lubricant Brand Enhance Compliance & Distribution
A leading multinational lubricant company needed a partner to streamline nationwide warehousing and distribution while ensuring strict adherence to safety and compliance norms. - Through dedicated chemical storage, WMS-driven traceability, and multimodal distribution, KDL achieved 99.9% compliance, reduced lead times by 20%, and ensured smooth deliveries to 5,000+ dealers and OEM workshops.
The KDL Advantage
Why leading chemical & industrial brands choose KDL:
Integrated 3PL + Infrastructure
In-house logistics parks designed with safety and compliance standards.
Experience Across Segments
Decades of managing paints, lubricants, industrial chemicals, and adhesives.
Technology-Driven Control
Proprietary WMS, IoT sensors, and dashboards for compliance tracking.
Transport Excellence with Kratos
Nationwide primary & secondary movement with chemical-compliant fleet.
Scalable & Flexible Fulfillment
Adapting quickly to dealer demand surges, seasonal paint sales, or OEM requirements.
Our Chemicals, Lubes & Paint Clients
KDL is trusted by global and Indian leaders in paints, lubricants, and chemicals —delivering safe, compliant, and reliable supply chains across India.
