SCI appoints Capt. Pankaj Kumar as DGM, two others cease roles
The Shipping Corporation of India Limited announced changes in its senior management effective June 2, 2026. Capt. Pankaj Kumar was appointed as Deputy General Manager I/C (SVC Tec & Com and DD & RBS), succeeding his previous role as DGM in Charge. Concurrently, Mr. Naveen Kumar and Mr. Udaynath Mallik ceased their roles as Deputy General Managers due to changes in internal organization reporting. The changes were disclosed via a regulatory filing signed by Swapnita Vikas Yadav, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer.

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The Shipping Corporation of India Limited has adjusted its senior management with the appointment of Capt. Pankaj Kumar as Deputy General Manager I/C and the cessation of two Deputy General Managers, effective June 2, 2026. The changes were implemented due to a reorganization in internal reporting structures, as disclosed in a regulatory filing.
Capt. Pankaj Kumar has been appointed to the position of Deputy General Manager I/C (SVC Tec & Com and DD & RBS). He began his shipping career in 1995 as a cadet in shipping corporation of india and was promoted to the Rank of Master in 2005. He holds an MBA (Operation), LLB, and a Master's Degree in Maritime Affairs from WMU, where he was adjudged the best student in "Shipping Management & Logistics". He was previously serving as DGM in Charge (SVC Technical and Commercial) in the Bulk and Tanker Division.
Concurrently, two Deputy General Managers have ceased their roles. The exits are attributed to changes in internal organization reporting and include Mr. Naveen Kumar (Purchase & Services Division) and Mr. Udaynath Mallik (DD- Repair Bill Cell).
The following table details the specific changes in senior management personnel:
| Sr No. | Name of Senior Management Personnel | Designation | Reason for Change | Appointment/Cessation | Date & Time of Occurrence of Event |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Capt. Pankaj Kumar | Deputy General Manager I/C (SVC Tec & Com and DD & RBS) | Change in internal organisation reporting | Appointment | 02.06.2026 at 10:30 Hrs IST |
| 2. | Mr. Naveen Kumar | Deputy General Manager (Purchase & Services Division) | Change in internal organisation reporting | Cessation | 02.06.2026 at 12:00 Hrs IST |
| 3. | Mr. Udaynath Mallik | Deputy General Manager (DD- Repair Bill Cell) | Change in internal organisation reporting | Cessation | 02.06.2026 at 12:00 Hrs IST |
The disclosure was submitted pursuant to Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. The filing was signed by Swapnita Vikas Yadav, Company Secretary and Compliance Officer, on behalf of The Shipping Corporation of India Limited.
Historical Stock Returns for Shipping Corporation of India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -0.53% | -0.26% | -4.99% | +32.35% | +44.70% | +161.69% |
How will the consolidation of technical, commercial, and repair responsibilities under Capt. Pankaj Kumar impact operational efficiency?
Does this reorganization signal a strategic shift in the company's approach to procurement and vessel maintenance?
Will these management changes lead to further restructuring within other divisions of the Shipping Corporation of India?


































