What is ScafIndia Pvt Ltd and what services does it offer?
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ScafIndia Pvt Ltd (SAFE Clearing & Forwarding Pvt. Ltd.) is an Indian logistics company based in Navi Mumbai that operates as a licensed customs broker, international freight forwarder, and Multimodal Transport Operator (MTO). It offers customs broking, freight forwarding, transportation, and warehousing services for both air and sea shipments. The company holds AEO (Authorized Economic Operator) accreditation from India Customs Services and has been operating in the clearing and forwarding field for over 47 years.
Company identity
ScafIndia describes itself as a "Licensed Customs Broker, Freight Forwarder and Multimodal Transport Operators (MTO)." This combination of roles means the company can handle both the regulatory side of cross-border trade (customs clearance) and the physical movement of cargo across multiple transport modes.
The company states it has built its track record around an integrated network covering the full shipment cycle — from dispatching empty containers to the factory through to shipment release and the release of the Bill of Lading (B/L) and related documents.
Core services
| Service | What it covers |
|---|---|
| Customs broking | Licensed customs clearance for air and sea shipments |
| Freight forwarding | International freight forwarding by air and sea |
| Transportation | Multimodal transportation (movement across more than one mode) |
| Warehousing | Storage and handling as part of the logistics chain |
The site lists these as its main service categories, with customs broking and freight forwarding presented as the primary offerings.
Certifications and track record
- AEO accreditation: ScafIndia states it has been certified by AEO (India Custom Services) for clearing and forwarding services, and cites 47 years of operation in this field.
- Industry award: The company says it was awarded "Best Forwarder in Nhava Sheva" for six consecutive years between 1992 and 1997.
These claims come from the company's own website and are not independently verified here.
Leadership
The founder and director is Mr. K. Tirumalai, also known as "Mani." According to the company, he began working in logistics in 1972 and brings strategic business management and leadership experience to the firm.
Locations
ScafIndia operates from three offices:
- Registered office: 602, Shelton Cubix, Plot No 87, Sector 15, Opposite Reliance Mart, CBD Belapur, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India 400 614
- Nhava Sheva Port office: 1st Floor, Port Users Building, NhavaSheva Port, District Raigad, Maharashtra, India 400707
- Mundra Port office: Number 2, MICT CFS, New Mundra Island, Navinal Mundra Port, Mundra, Kutch, India 370421
Having offices at both Nhava Sheva (JNPT) and Mundra — two of India's largest container ports — indicates the company handles sea freight at major gateway ports.
Contact
- Phone: (+91) 22 2756 9911/22/44/55/66/77 and 4974 1993
- Mobile: (+91) 9821186998
- Email: [email protected]
- Hours: 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Who this is relevant for
ScafIndia is relevant if you need an India-based partner for customs clearance, air or sea freight forwarding, inland transportation, or warehousing — particularly for shipments moving through Nhava Sheva or Mundra ports. The AEO certification and long operating history are the main signals the company highlights for importers and exporters evaluating a logistics provider.