April 15, 2021
Government has decided to sell its 63.75% stake in SCI to a private strategic buyer
The Shipping Corporation of India Limited has hired Corporate Professionals Capital Pvt Ltd as consultant for undertaking demerger/ hive off/ transfer of non-core assets and ‘assets held for sale’ ahead of the ongoing process of privatising the State-run fleet owner.
The consultant is tasked with suggesting a roadmap on the scheme of de-merger/hive off/ disposal/transfer/alienation of its non-core assets (real estate), both freehold and leasehold, from core assets for a smooth transition, ensuring compliance with required procedure and applicable laws and removing all legal and procedural bottlenecks to “maximise value for the company and shareholders”.