SHIPPING CORPORATION OF INDIA

Oct. 3, 2020

Union Minister for Shipping launched diamond jubilee celebration of Shipping Corporation of India, on the occasion of its foundation day. The minister congratulated SCI for completing its 59 glorious years and entering into 60th year.

About:

  • The Shipping Corporation of India (SCI) is a Government of India Public Sector Enterprise with that operates and manages vessels that services both national and international lines.

  • Its headquartered in

  • Timeline:
    • SCI was established on 2 October 1961 by the amalgamation of Eastern Shipping Corporation and Western Shipping Corporation.

    • SCI was also awarded the prestigious "Navratna" status by the Indian Government in 2008.

    • On the 21st of November 2019, the Government of India approved the privatisation of SCI.



Source : PIB

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