About Us

About S. Ramasubban & Co

Your Trusted Marine Partner Since 1971

Founded in 1971 by Mr. R. Krishnamoorthy, S. Ramasubban & Co. began its journey by supplying quality provisions to international vessels calling at the Port of Chennai. What started as a dedicated ship chandling business has grown into a trusted name in the Indian maritime industry, providing comprehensive ship chandling, marine contracting, vessel maintenance, and technical support services to domestic and international shipping companies.

Through decades of dedicated service, continuous modernization, and an unwavering commitment to quality, the company has earned a reputation for reliability, professionalism, and operational excellence. By investing in modern equipment, skilled manpower, and efficient logistics, we continue to deliver dependable marine solutions that meet the ever-evolving needs of the global shipping industry.

Today, the legacy and values established by our founder continue to guide our operations. The leadership of the company has been successfully passed on to the next generations, with his son Mr. K. Rakesh and grandson Mr. Aravind carrying forward Mr. R. Krishnamoorthy's vision of integrity, customer commitment, and service excellence. Together, they continue to strengthen the company's reputation by embracing innovation while preserving the trusted relationships built over more than five decades.

Building Long-Term Marine Partnerships

For over 50 years, S. Ramasubban & Co. has remained committed to providing dependable ship chandling and marine contracting services across the Indian coastline. Our success has been built on long-standing partnerships with shipping companies, ship owners, vessel operators, port agents, Customs House Agents (CHAs), customs clearing agents, and marine procurement teams who rely on us for timely deliveries, quality products, and responsive service.

From supplying fresh provisions, deck stores, engine stores, marine spare parts, safety equipment, marine chemicals, and lubricants to delivering specialized services such as tank cleaning, cargo hold cleaning, sand blasting, pneumatic chipping, airless painting, underwater diving services, motor rewinding, and life raft servicing, we offer complete marine support solutions under one roof.

Our unwavering focus on quality, safety, and customer satisfaction has enabled us to grow beyond traditional ship chandling. Today, we continue to support vessels operating across major Indian ports with comprehensive marine services designed to minimize downtime, enhance operational efficiency, and keep ships voyage-ready.