Mumbai: The Shipping Corporation of India has added a new face to its Board.

Shri Vipul Singhal has been appointed as Part-Time Government Nominee Director on the Board of SCI. His appointment became effective from 25 September 2026, the day he received his DIN (11971150).

Who is Vipul Singhal?

  • Indian Railways Traffic Service (IRTS) officer of 2008 batch

  • Engineering graduate from IIT Kharagpur (Ocean Engineering and Naval Architecture)

  • Currently working as Director (SBR) in the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways

  • Over 17 years of experience in logistics, railway operations, safety and transport policy

He has earlier handled passenger marketing and digital ticketing related policy work in the Ministry of Railways.

 

Key Confirmations by SCI

  • He is not related to any existing Director of the company

  • He is not debarred from holding the post of Director by SEBI or any other authority

The company had earlier informed about the Competent Authority’s approval on 24 September 2026. The latest disclosure provides the remaining details required under Regulation 30 of SEBI Listing Regulations.

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