HPCL Partners with NLDS to Enhance Logistics Sector through ULIP Integration

The agreement was formalized in the presence of Shri Rajat Kumar Saini, CEO & MD of NICDC and Chairman of NLDS, and Shri Avinash Jain, Chief General Manager, North Zone, HPCL.

Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) has entered into a strategic partnership with NICDC Logistics Data Services Ltd. (NLDS) to integrate its Application Programming Interfaces (APIs) with the Unified Logistics Interface Platform (ULIP). This collaboration represents a major step forward in modernizing and enhancing India’s logistics and supply chain sector through technology-driven transparency, efficiency, and innovation.

The agreement was formalized in the presence of Shri Rajat Kumar Saini, CEO & MD of NICDC and Chairman of NLDS, and Shri Avinash Jain, Chief General Manager, North Zone, HPCL. The signing ceremony took place between Shri Girish Kumar Supur, CEO, NLDS, and Ms. Anju Jai Misra, General Manager, Delhi Retail Region, HPCL. Key Features of the Integration:

Fuel Station and Pricing Visibility API: The HPCL API offers logistics stakeholders real-time visibility into the location and fuel pricing at HPCL stations across the country.

Data-Driven Logistics Solutions: By providing critical information on fuel options and costs along various routes, the integration addresses pain points such as fluctuating fuel costs and unclear refueling options.

Optimized Fleet Operations: This system enables fleet operators to pre-plan refueling stops, minimizing unplanned halts and reducing delivery delays.

Impacts on the Logistics Ecosystem

Cost Optimization: Logistics service providers and transporters can analyze route-specific fuel costs and availability, enabling better budgeting and reducing operational inefficiencies.

Route Efficiency: Operators gain insights into fuel station density along routes, aiding in long-haul trip planning and ensuring uninterrupted operations.

Dynamic Tool Development: Innovations emerging from the ongoing ULIP Hackathon 2.0 include tools like dynamic route optimization platforms, fuel cost calculators, and heat maps for fuel station density, all leveraging HPCL’s API.

Leadership Insights

At the signing ceremony, Shri Rajat Kumar Saini, Chairman of NLDS, remarked: “The integration of HPCL’s APIs into ULIP is a game-changer for India’s logistics sector. By providing tools for data-driven decision-making, we are directly addressing key challenges, empowering stakeholders, and driving operational efficiency across the supply chain.”

Shri Avinash Jain of HPCL highlighted the company’s commitment to leveraging advanced technologies: “This collaboration demonstrates HPCL’s dedication to delivering innovative, technology-based solutions that address the evolving needs of the logistics industry.”

Wider Adoption and Future Outlook

With over 10 participants in ULIP Hackathon 2.0 already utilizing HPCL’s API to develop innovative solutions, the partnership is set to further stimulate technological advancements in the logistics sector. These tools not only showcase the transformative potential of the integration but also emphasize HPCL’s role as a catalyst for modernization within India’s supply chain ecosystem.

This partnership aligns with India’s Digital India vision, showcasing how government and private sector collaborations can drive innovation, reduce inefficiencies, and make India’s logistics operations globally competitive. Through this initiative, HPCL and NLDS reaffirm their commitment to a unified, smarter, and more efficient logistics ecosystem.