KR Shipping

KR Shipping operates as the specialized maritime and logistics arm of the Khimji Ramdas Group, a historic business conglomerate based in the Sultanate of Oman. Leveraging a corporate heritage that spans over a century and a half, the company has evolved into a central pillar of the region’s marine infrastructure, providing comprehensive support to commercial, military, and leisure vessels. Headquartered in Muscat, KR Shipping functions as a fully integrated service provider, connecting Oman’s strategic ports—including Salalah, Sohar, and Duqm—with the wider Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region and international trade routes. The company’s core identity is defined by its extensive vessel agency capabilities. It serves as a key liaison for ship owners and operators, managing the complex requirements of port calls for a diverse array of vessel types. This includes handling dry and liquid bulk carriers, break-bulk ships, and tankers that transport critical commodities such as oil and gas. Beyond commercial shipping, the company has established a significant role in supporting naval operations, offering husbanding services to military fleets docking in the region. Its operations also extend to the tourism sector, where it facilitates cruise line activities, managing port turnarounds, passenger exchanges, and ground logistics for major international liners. In addition to agency services, KR Shipping is deeply involved in offshore and onshore logistics. It provides marine support services such as tug and barge operations, which are essential for offshore construction and energy projects. The company maintains a robust ship chandling division, supplying vessels with provisions, technical stores, and spare parts to ensure operational continuity. On the logistics front, the firm manages complex freight forwarding tasks, specializing in project cargo and heavy-lift transport. This expertise allows it to move oversized industrial equipment from ports to inland sites, supporting Oman’s growing industrial and infrastructure sectors. With a presence across all major Omani ports and expansion into the United Arab Emirates, KR Shipping acts as a vital conduit for regional maritime commerce. Its integrated approach combines port agency work with inland transportation, customs brokerage, and warehousing, allowing it to oversee the entire movement of cargo from sea to shore. Through these diverse operations, the company sustains vital supply chains and reinforces Oman's status as a key maritime hub in the Middle East.