Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and Shipping Corporation of India Ltd. (SCI) have signed a memorandum to collaborate in the tugboat sector, enhancing India’s port operations and promoting eco-friendly maritime services. This partnership will leverage MOL’s expertise in safety and alternative fuel technologies to support India’s Green Tug Transition Program.
Shipping Corporation of India Limited (SCI) plans to invite tenders for medium-range crude oil vessels soon, as announced by Chairman Capt. Binesh Kumar Tyagi. The initiative aims to reduce India’s dependency on foreign ships for crude imports, with a goal of acquiring 112 domestically owned crude oil carriers.
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated the gas carrier Shivalik at Visakhapatnam Port, marking its debut under the Indian flag. Acquired by the Shipping Corporation of India, the Shivalik enhances India’s LPG logistics. Sonowal emphasized this achievement within the context of the nation’s maritime ambitions and the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision.
The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) has bolstered its fleet with the addition of the LPG carrier, Sahyadri. This Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC), measuring 225 meters long, enhances India’s energy transportation self-sufficiency. The acquisition increases SCI’s fleet to 57 vessels, supporting government initiatives for maritime self-reliance.
The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) is enhancing its fleet by acquiring two second-hand Very Large Gas Carriers (VLGCs) with a capacity of 82,000 cubic meters each. This strategic move, formalized on July 4, 2025, aims to strengthen SCI’s tonnage and operational capabilities in response to growing market demands.
The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) is launching a coastal container service connecting Kandla Port and VOC Port in Thoothukudi. This initiative will enhance coastal connectivity between Gujarat and Tamil Nadu, facilitating the transport of various commodities. The inaugural ship is set to arrive on June 16.
The President of India has approved the Scheme for Pilot Projects on the utilization of Green Hydrogen in the Shipping Sector under the National Green Hydrogen Mission. The initiative aims to promote sustainable energy practices and reduce the carbon footprint in the shipping sector.
