Best Shipping Stocks

Explore logistics and cargo companies riding the global trade recovery and domestic port expansion.

Name	Price (Rs)	Market Cap (Rs Cr)	ROE (%)	ROCE (%)	Debt/Eq (x)	Sales var 3yrs (%)	Profit var 3yrs (%)	P/E (x)	P/BV (x)	EV/EBITDA (x)
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders	2,664.75	1,07,490.69	30.39	34.50	0.00	25.86	56.90	49.54	14.75	28.44
Cochin Shipyard	1,653.75	43,506.98	14.82	19.00	0.01	14.74	13.44	51.74	8.25	26.81
Great Eastern Shipping Company	969.30	13,838.42	16.44	16.60	0.15	14.90	54.99	6.79	1.03	2.77
Shipping Corporation of India	209.05	9,737.53	10.14	10.00	0.23	3.92	-0.84	10.74	1.21	4.62
Shreeji Shipping Global	253.30	4,126.72	41.15	45.64	0.75	NM	NM	0.00	11.48	0.00
Swan Defence and Heavy Industries	523.70	2,758.96	-61.40	-6.09	8.23	3.61	NM	NM	9.33	NM
Seamec	937.80	2,384.36	8.89	9.77	0.21	23.08	-0.98	20.64	2.47	10.42
Transworld Shipping Lines	268.95	590.55	4.23	7.55	0.41	-5.91	-38.63	24.53	0.75	4.97
Essar Shipping	24.96	516.61	-27.73	-19.18	-0.69	-68.50	-19.46	0.72	NM	11.06
ABS Marine Services	184.80	453.68	11.87	11.07	0.77	35.92	50.10	16.65	2.15	5.39
Global Offshore Services	68.33	209.35	2.72	-4.96	0.20	-20.42	NM	55.78	2.30	44.78
Laxmipati Engineering Works	348.60	200.51	75.81	18.11	5.26	21.43	206.42	268.98	23.39	18.10
Sadhav Shipping	111.00	159.31	11.81	11.12	1.11	11.67	50.34	16.55	1.60	6.80
Arvind Port and Infra	48.65	86.59	12.58	15.25	0.10	NM	NM	0.00	1.08	5.48
Chowgule Steamships	23.12	83.95	0.00	-4.37	-0.20	NM	NM	19.31	NM	NM
VMS Industries	33.81	82.74	4.05	8.22	0.48	53.14	59.22	23.41	1.00	7.06
Hariyana Ship-Breakers	112.50	69.38	1.09	3.86	0.11	-89.00	-4.49	33.76	0.48	11.22
Shahi Shipping	15.70	22.76	-154.80	44.21	2.69	4.01	196.03	NM	9.88	9.21

Data Source: Dion Global
Note: Company data is consolidated; Exceptional items, minority interest excluded

Sep 5, 2025, 1:17 PM IST

The largest company, by revenues, in the Shipping sector is Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders. Its revenues for the most recent year ended is Rs 11,431.88 cr.

Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders has a market capitalisation of Rs 1,07,490.69 cr. Over the previous 12 months, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders’s share price gained 16.45%.

You can get the latest share price and detailed financials of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders here.

Also, you can see the latest share price performance of all shipping stocks here.

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Why Use This Screener?

This screener identifies companies poised to benefit from rising freight movement and maritime trade.

Global Trade Rebound

As global trade volumes rise post-COVID, shipping companies Shipping Corporation of India,Essar Shipping and Cochin Shipyard Ltd. will benefit from increased container traffic and freight rates.

Port Development in India

Major investments in Indian ports (Sagar Mala, private terminals) open up efficiency gains for shippers.

High Operating Leverage

Even modest increases in cargo volumes can sharply boost profits due to fixed-cost-heavy models.

Fleet Expansion & Charter Demand

Firms expanding shipping fleets or leasing capacity may benefit from sustained demand.

FAQs on Best Shipping Stocks

How do freight rates affect profitability?

Freight rates are a key revenue driver. Even minor changes can significantly impact earnings, especially when companies operate at high fixed costs and leverage.

Are shipping stocks cyclical?

Yes. Shipping stocks are highly seasonal, affected by global trade volumes, freight rates, crude prices, and geopolitical tensions. However, tight capacity can lead to price spikes and profit surges.

What role do government policies play?

Policies around port infrastructure, cargo handling efficiency, global trade treaties, and maritime incentives directly benefit domestic shipping and logistics players.