Pipavav - APM Terminals Pipavav has made Indian vehicle-export history as the first choice for Honda to export their new mid-size SUV to Japan. The made-in-India Honda Elevate was launched in the Japanese market under the brand name WR-V in March 2024.

This is the first time that a Honda model has been exported from India to Japan, representing not only a significant leap for India’s automotive industry but also highlighting the country’s growing manufacturing prowess and global competitiveness.

APM Terminals Pipavav partnered with NYK line and Auto Logistics to load the initial shipment of cars in December 2023.  A celebration was held, witnessed by Mr. Takuya Tsumura – President & CEO of Honda Cars India Ltd, Mr. Nobuaki Sumida – Chairman of NYK line & Auto Logistics Ltd., Mr. Phiroz Dubhash – MD of DCB Sons Gujarat Pvt. Ltd., Capt. P K Mishra – COO and Amit Bhardwaj - CCO of APM Terminals Pipavav and dignitaries from Honda cars, NYL lines & logistics, DBC & colleagues from APM Terminals Pipavav.