Mumbai, Jan 15: Federal Express Corporation (FedEx), the world’s largest express transportation company, today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Gems and Jewellery Export Promotion Council of India (GJEPC). The MoU reflects a shared focus on strengthening India’s gems and jewellery export ecosystem by improving access to secure, dependable, time-definite logistics and global markets.
GJEPC plays a central role in advancing India’s gems and jewellery industry through export promotion and member enablement. The sector contributes nearly 7 percent to India’s GDP and accounts for 10 to 12 percent of total merchandise exports, employing millions across manufacturing, design, and trade. With global demand expected to rise, the Council continues to strengthen member capabilities by enabling access to reliable logistics expertise. Through this MoU, GJEPC brings FedEx on board to support smoother market access, better shipment predictability, and compliance across international trade lanes.
Commenting on the development, Nitin Navneet Tatiwala, vice president of marketing, customer experience, and air network, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, and Africa at FedEx, said, “Indian craftsmanship is appreciated worldwide, and the next phase of export growth will be shaped by how effectively these products move from local sellers to buyers across markets. FedEx is focused on enabling this journey by building supply chains that help Indian businesses move faster, smarter, and with certainty. This MoU reflects that long-term focus.”
Under the MoU, FedEx will empower GJEPC members through international shipping solutions designed for the specific needs of the gems and jewellery sector. This includes time-definite services, integrated customs clearance, and end-to-end shipment visibility, supported by structured knowledge-sharing initiatives such as seminars, webinars, and focused engagements to strengthen export capabilities.
Mr. Kirit Bhansali, Chairman, GJEPC, added, “This partnership with FedEx is a meaningful step towards strengthening the logistics backbone of India’s gem and jewellery exports, especially for MSMEs and new-age exporters exploring cross-border e-commerce. By facilitating access to reliable, door-to-door international shipping solutions, knowledge support, and process clarity, this MoU will help our members reach global buyers with greater ease, speed, and confidence. At a time when exporters are navigating a challenging global environment, such collaborations play a crucial role in improving market access, simplifying operations, and supporting sustainable export growth for the industry.”
FedEx has a strong operational footprint in India, with 36 weekly flights operating in and out of the country across Mumbai, Delhi, and Bengaluru, connecting exporters to markets representing over 99 percent of global GDP. Services such as FedEx International Priority enable predictable international movement of high-value shipments. These capabilities are reinforced by investments in advanced analytics and digital infrastructure in India, including the Bengaluru-based AI SATS integrated hub, which supports smarter network planning, improved visibility, and greater resilience across international supply chains.
This MoU brings together GJEPC’s industry leadership and FedEx global logistics expertise to strengthen India’s position in global gems and jewellery trade. The collaboration enhances secure access to international markets for Indian exporters while contributing to sustained trade growth and broader economic momentum.