नौवहन महानिदेशालय
Directorate General of Shipping
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Government of India
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Vision Statement


To be recognized globally as a highly effective, efficient, responsible, and progressive maritime administration.

Mission Statement


  • Provide an effective supervisory and regulatory regime conducive to:
    • Achieve safe, efficient, and secure Shipping.

    • Protect the marine environment.

    • All-round growth of Maritime Education and Training.

  • Provide support to the Government of India in developing and implementing a holistic and integrated maritime development program that has a positive impact on the national economy.
S.C.I. Kundan

The S.C.I. Kundan (IMO: 9547245) is an Offshore Supply Ship built in 2012, sailing under the flag of India. It is also classified as an Offshore Tug/Supply Ship. The ship has a length overall (LOA) of 65.8 meters and a width of 16.4 meters. It has a deadweight capacity of 1,970 MTs.

  • Develop and implement policies that facilitate an environment which is conducive for promoting an investment in the expansion of a modern merchant fleet under the Indian flag and develop globally competitive shipbuilding and repair facilities.
  • Develop and sustain a high-quality human resource management catering to the needs of global, including national, maritime industry for competent seafarers.
  • Ensure good governance by adhering to the highest standards of integrity, quality, and efficiency in delivery of shipping services through constant innovation, technology upgradation, and value addition.
  • Develop measures to ensure compliance with relevant international instruments relating to the safety and security of ships, protection of environment, and welfare of seafarers.