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 2008
Short 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