The Great Eastern Shipping Company Limited
PPFAS Mutual Fund, which previously held a 1.64 percent stake in The Great Eastern Shipping Company Limited, has dropped off the major shareholders list, indicating either a complete exit or a trim below the 1 percent reporting threshold.
A major player in India's shipping and oil drilling services industry, The Great Eastern Shipping Company operates a diversified fleet for cargo transportation and offshore energy support. The company provides integrated maritime solutions through its subsidiaries, serving both domestic and international markets. Its distinctive position combines conventional shipping operations with specialized offshore drilling services, establishing it as a vertically integrated maritime operator with comprehensive capabilities across multiple service segments and geographic regions.
Founded by Parag Parikh Financial Advisory Services, best known for the Parag Parikh Flexi Cap Fund which invests in both Indian equities and select global large-caps including Meta, Alphabet, and Microsoft. Manages over Rs 1.2 lakh crore with a concentrated, long-duration, value-focused approach. CIO Rajeev Thakkar is one of India's most respected investors with a Munger-influenced thinking style.