Holding company Ind-Aust incorporated and commenced operations.
CASTLE SHIPS commenced operations in 2006 and acquired its first tanker in the same year. Over the years the company has evolved as a pure play product tanker company.
While the company has grown in size, it has matured as a reliable maritime partner to its customers.
CASTLE SHIPS traces its linage to Ind-Aust Group and is its subsidiary. Founded in 1995, the Ind-Aust Group has excelled in Technical and Commercial Management of various types of ships. CASTLE SHIPS combines the vitality of a young organisation with the wisdom and fine Maritime linage derived from its parent company.
“Business, as I have seen it, places one great demand on you: it needs you to self-impose a framework of ethics, values, fairness and objectivity on yourself at all times.” –
Ratan N Tata, 2006
CASTLE SHIPS core values, vision and mission are the route map for both individuals and teams, guiding us in becoming the most reliable and trusted maritime partner
To be a trusted maritime partner of our customers.
To be an Industry leader in environmental protection, Quality of operations, Energy efficiency and Safety standards.
To own, operate and manage marine assets efficiently, employing best management practices.
To continuously improve our management standards.
To operate as a socially and environmentally responsible organization, contributing to the wellbeing and progress of our environment, community, people, shareholders and all stakeholders.
CASTLE has always been a value driven organisation.
Our values are our guiding principles and explain who CASTLE SHIPS are and how we like to do business. By applying them to our operations and decision making on a daily basis, every colleague is able to work together effectively and strive for perfection in satisfying the needs of our customers.
Our core values are captured by the acronym E-SPIRIT
E-SPIRIT
E—— excellence,
S——-safety & sustainability,
P——-pride,
I——–integrity,
R——-reliability,
I——–innovation,
T——-teamwork
Excellence – We pursue excellence — We consistently go above and beyond in our quest for excellence, whether in our professional work, interactions with colleagues, or contribution to our communities. We look for ways to be ahead of the curve and to create value added results. We strive to constantly learn and improve
Safety and Sustainability – Safety first — We put safety first and do not compromise on same. We look after each other and make sure everyone gets home safely. We consider people, planet and profit in all of our decisions and actions. We contribute to a sustainable business, environment and community
Pride – We take Pride in doing our job well — We take great pride in our work, committing ourselves to excellence. We bring energy and enthusiasm to our work and balance hard work and fun. We have pride in ourselves, our colleagues and our organisation, as being the best.
Integrity – We do what is right. — We will be honest and will have strong moral principles. We are open, and lead by example. We build trust with others and are trustworthy. We admit our mistakes and use them as an opportunity to improve our skills and processes.
Reliability – We deliver — We do what we say we will do. We have high standards and deliver quality results. We build enduring customer relationships and solutions. We hold each other accountable and follow through on our commitments. We are operational leaders!
Innovation – We embrace change — We seek and promote new thinking and ideas. We support change and encourage others to do the same. We look for ways to be ahead of the curve and to create value added results. We strive to constantly learn and improve.
Teamwork – We are team players — We value and respect each other. We work together and promote a spirit of cooperation. We encourage diverse perspectives, and value the opportunity to listen and be listened to. We help others be successful. We celebrate success. We are one.
Holding company Ind-Aust incorporated and commenced operations.
20 years support agreement with A&N Admin GOI
Landmark event of completing a total of 35 ships under Commercial and/or technical management
Subsidiary Castle Ships incorporated and acquired MT Hari Kripa
MT Hari Sagar acquired.
MT Hari Prem acquired.
YTTS ( training school ) started
Credit rating up-graded to Crisil BBB
Vessel Coral Queen acquired.
Acquired MT Hari Leela
Acquired MT Hari Aradhana
Acquired MT Hari Anand
Credit rating up-graded to A-
Acquired MT Hari Akash
Acquired MT Hari Prakash
Acquired MT Hari Priya
Director- Castle Ships
Director- Castle Ships
Ravi is involved in new projects, development and implementation of companies business strategies. His people management skills are exceptional and he leads people and culture teams of the group.
Director – Castle Ships
Director – Castle Ships
Rajiv brings strong commercial acumen, trade judgements and broad shipping experience.
Independent Director
Independent Director
As an Independent director in the Group, Jyotin has over 35+ years experience in Internal Audit, corporate governance, risk and controls,corporate finance, Company law, legal and regulatory compliance. He is a versatile finance professional with excellent academic credentials, held leadership positions in Tata, ICICI and Shell group of companies
Director – Castle Ships
Director – Castle Ships
Dilip has experience in dockings and in movement of petroleum products/chemicals.
CEO/DPA- Castle Ships
Capt Kamlesh brings a safety focused and proactive approach to his role as DPA/CEO
CFO
As CFO of the group he handles treasury, debt syndication and financial risk assessment
Name of Director | Designation | Position |
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Rajiv Bhatia | Director | Chairman |
Ravi Bhatia | Director | Member |
Name of Director | Designation | Position |
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Rajiv Bhatia | Director | Chairman |
Ravi Bhatia | Director | Member |
Name of Director | Designation | Position |
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Ravi Bhatia | Director | Member |