Warehousing, FTWZ & Bonded Storage Solutions

Comprehensive warehousing, FTWZ, and bonded storage solutions designed to support domestic distribution, international trade, and project cargo requirements

What We Offer

At Timescan Logistics, we provide more than just space; we provide strategic trade advantages. Our warehousing network is engineered to optimize your cash flow, simplify customs compliance, and ensure the safety of your high-value cargo.

Our Warehousing Capabilities

INTEGRATED INLAND TRANSPORTATION SUPPORTING DOMESTIC & CROSS-BORDER TRADE

From General Warehousing to specialized FTWZ (Free Trade Warehousing Zones), we offer a total of over 128,500 sq. ft. of premium storage across South India’s key industrial hubs.

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Free Trade Warehousing Zone (FTWZ)

Our FTWZ services act as a "Foreign Territory" within India, offering unparalleled fiscal benefits for exporters and importers.

Duty Deferment:

Improve your cash flow by deferring customs duties until the goods are cleared for domestic consumption.

Tax Savings:

Exemption from GST on services related to storage and handling.

Quality Control

Ability to perform value-added services (re-packing, labeling, kitting) within the zone without paying duties.

FTWZ

Our FTWZ Facilities

Location Facility Type Capacity Key Advantage
MEPZ Tambaram
FTWZ / Project Cargo
70,000 Sq. Ft.
Proximity to Chennai Airport & City
J Matadee, Mannur
FTWZ / Distribution
48,500 Sq. Ft.
Heart of the Industrial Corridor
NDR Kattupalli
FTWZ / Port-Side
10,000 Sq. Ft.
Direct Access to Kattupalli/Ennore Ports
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General & Customs Bonded Warehousing

For businesses that require standard domestic storage or are navigating complex import regulations, our bonded and non-bonded facilities provide the perfect balance of security and accessibility.

Our Storage Solutions

Bonded Warehousing

Store imported goods without immediate payment of duties, allowing you to release cargo in partial lots as per market demand.

General Warehousing

Scalable space for domestic distribution, featuring advanced Warehouse Management Systems (WMS) for 100% inventory accuracy.

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Why Choose Timescan Logistics ?

Our warehousing solutions support diverse industries with specialized storage requirements:

  • Elite Infrastructure: Over 128,500 sq. ft. of specialized space, featuring a dedicated 35,000 sq. ft. open yard at MEPZ for heavy-lift Project Cargo (ODC).
  • Total Integration: A "One-Stop-Shop" where Warehousing, Freight Forwarding, and Customs Brokerage work as a single, synchronized unit to eliminate delays.
  • Fiscal Optimization: Strategic FTWZ status across Chennai’s key hubs, offering interest-free duty deferment and 0% GST on warehousing services
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FAQ

Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers

A Free Trade Warehousing Zone (FTWZ) is a specially designated “Deemed Foreign Territory” within India. Storing goods at our MEPZ or Kattupalli FTWZs allows you to:

  • Defer Customs Duty: Pay duty only when goods enter the domestic market (DTA).
  • Save on GST: 100% exemption on GST for warehousing and handling services.
  • Improve Cash Flow: Keep your working capital free by avoiding upfront tax payments.

While both allow duty deferment, an FTWZ offers superior advantages:

  • Interest-Free: Unlike bonded warehouses, which charge interest on deferred duty after 90 days, FTWZs allow interest-free storage for up to 5 years.
  • Value-Added Services: You can perform kitting, labeling, and packing within an FTWZ without complex customs permissions.
  • Foreign Ownership: Foreign suppliers can hold inventory in an FTWZ without having a registered office in India.

Yes. Our MEPZ Tambaram facility features a dedicated 35,000 sq. ft. open yard specifically designed for Project Cargo and Over-Dimensional Cargo (ODC). We have the floor-load capacity and heavy-lift equipment to handle industrial-scale machinery safely.

No. One of the unique benefits of our FTWZ units is that international companies can store, trade, and re-export goods directly through Timescan Logistics without needing to register a local Indian business entity or GST number.

We offer flexible scalability across 128,500+ sq. ft. of space. Goods can be stored in our FTWZ for up to 3 years (extendable to 5 years), giving you ample time to find buyers or wait for favorable market conditions.

  • NDR Kattupalli (10,000 sq. ft.): Located immediately adjacent to Kattupalli and Ennore ports, eliminating long-haul transit and port detention fees.
  • MEPZ Tambaram (70,000 sq. ft.): Strategically placed near Chennai Airport and the city center.
  • J Matadee Mannur (48,500 sq. ft.): Positioned in the Sriperumbudur-Oragadam industrial corridor for rapid distribution.
  • We maintain strict compliance with transport regulations, safety protocols, and risk-management standards across all operations. Our fleet adheres to weight restrictions, permits for specialized cargo, and driver certification requirements. We implement cargo insurance, secure loading practices, and regular vehicle maintenance to ensure your shipment’s safety throughout transit.

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