History and Development

Transworld Group an Introduction

Transworld Group of Companies which was established in 1976, having its Global Head Office at the Jebel Ali Free Zone, UAE. The activities of the group consist of Ship Owning, Feeder Operations, Shipping Agencies, Ship Management, Freight Forwarding, Contract Logistics and NVOCC operations.

The Transworld Group has 3 ship owning companies, based in India, UAE and Singapore, which collectively own a fleet of container vessels. The Group has dedicated shipping line agencies which cater to clients with international logistics needs. Our companies enjoy a thriving presence in the business of air and surface cargo movement as well as CFS operations. The Group specializes in the integration of all functions across the supply chain, from sourcing of raw materials through product warehousing to the distribution of finished goods through its best-in-class warehousing and distribution centers.

We are among the leading International providers of multi-modal integrated logistics services in the Middle East, Indian Sub-Continent and South East Asia.

Corporate Responsibility

Transworld creates business values by initiating care and understanding to the work culture and surrounding environment.

Being a total logistics solution provider, Transworld understands the interdependence of related business to form a seamless link of supply chain management. Based on this interdependence, Transworld initiates a holistic approach to Corporate Responsibility by engaging in philanthropy, community service, and supporting social and environmental issues.

Key Focus:

Governance and Ethics in workplace Eco-efficient work environment, with a focus on recycling, energy efficient systems and wastewater management Safe work environment, work-life balance, social and gender equality, and human rights Women Empowerment in workplace and community Opportunities to the Intellectually Disabled Community Investment in the field of education, especially in remote and economically backward area, to provide equal opportunity Transworld Group commits to using its resources to contribute to the organization and to the community

Achievements & Awards

The Transworld Group has many firsts to its Credit:

First Indian operator to own and operate Container Ships First to operate a fully cellular common carrier container feeder service from India First to commence Indo-Pak shipping service First Indian Ship Operator to obtain ISO 9002 certification in 2001 First Logistics company to pioneer Multimodal products First and only Indian company to operate dedicated container berths at Indian ports First Indian company to commence coastal feeder service linking Indian ports First Liner Agency in India to introduce regular container service First Agency to move containers between Ports and Inland container depots

Awards & Accolades

OESM was accredited with ISO 9001 in 2000 and Shreyas Shipping and Logistics Ltd with ISO 9002 in 2002 TWSS bagged the Best Shipping Agent award for four consecutive years, awarded by UASC Meridian Shipping Agency was awarded the coveted CONCOR (Container Corporation of India, a Govt. Of India undertaking) IMPEX Award in 2005 Orient Express Lines Limited bagged the Ship owners/operators award at The 2006 Lloyds List Middle East and Indian Sub Continent Shipping Awards Orient Express Ship Management Limited was adjudged the best Ship Manager, at the Seatrade awards function and was accordingly bestowed The Seatrade Middle East and Indian Sub Continent Shipping Award 2007 for this category - a recognition given to OESM for its contribution to the maritime industry in the field of ship management Transworld Group were winners to Two Award Categories in the Lloyds List Middleast Awards - November 2008Short Sea Service Award : Awarded to Orient Express Lines, Logistics Award : Awarded to Transworld FZE Marine Biz the award for the best editing OEL Singapore is awarded the Enterprise 50 award for five consecutive years Transworld group of companies bagged three prestigious awards at the Maritime and Logistics awards 2010 held at Mumbai. Orient Express Lines FZCO - Winner in the 'Shipping Line of the Year - Feeder Operator' category.Balaji Shipping Lines FZCO - winner in the 'NVOCC of the year' category, and Shreyas Shipping & Logistics Ltd - the winner in the 'Shipping Line of the Year - Coastal Operator' category Transworld Group of companies bagged three coveted awards at the Maritime & Logistics Awards 2011 held at Mumbai. Mr. Ramesh Ramakrishnan was awarded Winner of the "Maritime Personality Of the Year". Balaji Shipping Lines FZCO was awarded Winner in the "NVOCC of the year category". Shreyas Shipping & Logistics Ltd. awarded Winner in the "Shipping Line of the Year" - Coastal Operator category