TVS Supply Chain Solutions and Japan’s Sankyu Sign Strategic MoU for Supply Chain and Engineering Services
New Delhi, August 24, 2026: TVS Supply Chain Solutions Limited announced the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding with Japan-based Sankyu Inc. on Monday to collaborate across supply chain and engineering services, aimed at unlocking growth opportunities across major industrial sectors. As part of the agreement, Sankyu intends to acquire a 0.5% equity stake in TVS Supply Chain Solutions, subject to customary regulatory approvals, TVS Supply Chain Solutions said in a press release.
The partnership combines the integrated supply chain network and customer base of TVS Supply Chain Solutions with Sankyu’s engineering capabilities and connections within the Japanese industrial ecosystem. The joint initiative will offer a portfolio of services encompassing logistics, warehousing, transportation, maintenance, and on-site industrial support.
Initial operations will focus on the Indian market, where over 1,400 Japanese companies currently operate across manufacturing and industrial sectors. Over time, the strategic collaboration is expected to expand into additional markets across Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and other international regions where both companies maintain an established presence.
Commenting on the agreement, R. Dinesh, Chairman, TVS Supply Chain Solutions, said: “This partnership represents an important step in our strategy to strengthen our capabilities and create greater value for customers. Sankyu’s engineering expertise and deep relationships across the Japanese industrial ecosystem complement TVS Supply Chain Solutions’ integrated supply chain capabilities, strong customer relationships and market presence. We share a strong commitment to long-term value creation, and together we are well positioned to deliver more comprehensive solutions, support the evolving needs of manufacturing and industrial customers, and unlock new growth opportunities across India and other strategic markets.”
Underlining the strategic alignment, Kimihiro Nakamura, President and CEO, Sankyu Inc, stated: “Since our inception in 1918, Sankyu has been dedicated to supporting the progress of the manufacturing sector, underpinned by our core philosophy of valuing our people. We are profoundly honoured to enter into this partnership with TVS SCS, an organisation that shares our philosophy and commitment to the highest ethical standards. Our two companies possess a strong strategic alignment, and by integrating and complementing our respective strengths, we look forward to achieving collective growth in the global market and contributing to sustainable industrial development.”
To execute the terms of the MoU, both companies will form a joint steering committee comprising representatives from each organization. The committee will oversee strategic initiatives, identify joint growth opportunities, and manage the deployment of integrated services.
