The Shipping Corporation of India

The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI), established on October 2nd, 1961, through the amalgamation of Eastern Shipping Corporation and Western Shipping Corporation, is an Indian public sector undertaking. It operates and manages vessels for both national and international lines, under the ownership of the Government of India and administrative control of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. Headquartered in Mumbai, SCI is India's premier and largest shipping company, owning and operating approximately one-third of the Indian tonnage. The company boasts a diverse fleet including bulk carriers, crude oil tankers, product tankers, container vessels, passenger-cum-cargo vessels, LPG carriers, and offshore supply vessels. SCI provides a wide range of shipping services, including break-bulk, international container services, liquid/dry bulk services, offshore services, and passenger services, catering to both domestic and international trades. Additionally, it offers technical consultancy services and manages numerous vessels on behalf of various government departments and organizations. The company's vision is to emerge as a leading team in maritime logistics, offshore, port, and terminal management, serving Indian and global trade. Its mission is to be India's primary flag carrier for overseas and coastal seaborne trade, maintaining its 'Numero Uno' position in Indian Shipping and establishing a major global presence in energy-related, dry bulk, and niche container shipping markets.