Since 2001
Madras Shipping & Clearing Agency
We are a leading provider of end-to-end containerized shipping solutions.
About MSCA
Our History
Madras Shipping & Clearing Agency (MSCA), established in 2001, is a trusted leader in providing end-to-end logistics solutions for businesses operating in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. With over two decades of industry experience, MSCA is committed to ensuring the smooth, timely, and secure movement of cargo.
Our in-depth knowledge of the region’s unique logistical landscape allows us to deliver reliable and cost-effective solutions tailored to the specific needs of our clients. From handling complex clearances to overcoming geographical challenges, MSCA combines local expertise with a commitment to service excellence—helping your business move forward, efficiently and confidently.
Our Services
At Madras Shipping & Clearing Agency (MSCA), we offer a comprehensive range of shipping and logistics solutions designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses operating in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and beyond. Our team works closely with clients to deliver tailored, reliable, and cost-effective services that ensure smooth cargo movement from origin to destination.
Core Services
1. Ocean Freight
We provide efficient sea cargo services, including Full Container Load (FCL) and Less-than-Container Load (LCL) options. Our long-standing relationships with major shipping lines ensure competitive rates and reliable transit times.
2. Air Freight
For time-sensitive shipments, our air freight solutions offer fast and secure delivery. We handle everything from documentation to final delivery, ensuring speed without compromising reliability.
3. Ground Transportation
Our inland transportation network ensures seamless door-to-door delivery. We manage all types of cargo, including heavy equipment, commercial goods, and personal shipments, with precision and care.
4. Customs Clearance
We navigate complex customs regulations on your behalf, ensuring compliance and minimizing delays. Our experienced team handles import/export documentation, duty assessments, and clearance procedures.
5. Warehousing & Storage
Our secure storage facilities offer short- and long-term warehousing options with inventory management and cargo consolidation services to support your supply chain needs.
6. Project Cargo & Heavy Lifts
We specialize in handling oversized, heavy, and complex project cargo. From planning and route surveys to execution, we ensure your cargo reaches its destination safely and on schedule.
7. Freight Forwarding
As a trusted freight forwarder, MSCA manages the end-to-end logistics process, coordinating multi-modal transport and providing real-time updates to keep your shipments on track.
8. Door-to-Door Delivery
Our integrated solutions cover every step of the logistics chain, from pick-up to final delivery, ensuring convenience and accountability throughout.
Our Technology
Our Technology Ecosystem
1. Real-Time Shipment Tracking
Our advanced tracking systems provide end-to-end visibility of shipments, allowing clients to monitor cargo status, route progress, and estimated delivery times in real time. Whether your goods are in port, transit, or awaiting clearance, our system ensures complete transparency and proactive updates every step of the way.
2. Automated Documentation & Digital Workflows
We eliminate delays caused by manual paperwork through our automated documentation platform, which digitally processes bills of lading, commercial invoices, customs declarations, and shipping manifests. This ensures faster turnaround, reduced errors, and seamless coordination with customs and port authorities.
3. Integrated Client Communication Portals
Communication is the backbone of reliability. MSCA provides clients with dedicated communication portals and automated email notifications that deliver shipment milestones, clearance updates, and delivery confirmations in real time. Clients also receive downloadable reports and analytics to support performance tracking and operational planning.
4. Smart Warehouse & Inventory Management
Our technology-enabled warehouse solutions offer real-time inventory tracking, barcode scanning, and automated stock management to optimize storage utilization and reduce operational downtime. Clients benefit from detailed inventory visibility and efficient order fulfillment supported by AI-driven logistics systems.
5. Data Security, Compliance & Governance
MSCA adheres to the highest standards of data protection and regulatory compliance. Our systems employ encrypted networks and strict access protocols to safeguard client information. We ensure full alignment with international trade regulations, customs compliance frameworks, and ISO standards — giving our partners total peace of mind.
Empowering Supply Chains Through Innovation
By embracing digital transformation, MSCA is redefining what freight forwarding means in the modern age. Our commitment to intelligent logistics solutions enhances efficiency, minimizes human error, and optimizes operational costs — enabling businesses to scale faster and serve their customers better.
At Madras Shipping & Clearing Agency, technology is not just a tool — it’s the foundation of our promise to deliver transparency, reliability, and performance that moves your business forward.