The Indian shipping sector is undergoing a major transition from its traditional form to grab lucrative business opportunities. The shipping sector plays an important role in India’s economy. Almost 90% of the country’s trade by volume is conducted via sea and the country boasts of having the largest merchant shipping fleet among the developing nations.

The Indian shipping industry not only transports national and international cargoes but also provides various other facilities such as ship building, ship repairing, lighthouse facilities, freight forwarding, etc. With globalization and liberalization, the Indian shipping industry is all set to acquire new dimensions in terms of demand and infrastructural development.

The shipping industry needs solutions for the upholstery and furnishing of the interiors of ships. The inflatable escape boats also need cutting and bonding solutions.