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Friday, July 25, 2008

Diploma in shipping and logistics

Cargomar, a freight forwarding company, based in Cochin with offices in other parts of India, including Coimbatore, has launched the Cargomar Institute of Shipping and Logistics in Coimbatore.

According to A.B. Sankaran Kutty, managing director of Cargomar, the institute will offer a diploma programme in shipping and logistics, to begin with.

“The institute will be associated with the Raigad Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Belapur, and Institute of Shipping and Logistics, Navi Mumbai.”

Course

The course will cover subjects such as logistics, supply chain management, surface transportation infrastructure, stock control, warehousing and material handling, air / express cargo and courier, marine insurance, business law, and role of customs.

Duration

The course will be for a duration of 165 hours (seven months exicluding examinations and industrial visits). Those who have completed school and college, and working personnel can apply.

The institute also has plans to offer diploma courses in export-import, retail trade and shipping accounts, according to Makesh Devarajhan, senior manager.

Those interested, can contact the institute at 164, Basmati Complex, Balaji Nagar, Siddhapudur, Coimbatore - 641044; or call 0422 - 6534888.

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