About C-Alpha Shipping
A vision born in 2003, driven by a dedicated team of Master Mariners and shipping logistics coordinators delivering world-class cargo chartering and maritime compliance.
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver reliable, data-driven, and end-to-end maritime logistics for shipowners and cargo charterers worldwide. We are committed to optimizing dry bulk shipping and tanker voyages through expert ship brokering, vessel chartering, and maritime consultancy services.
By combining decades of frontline seagoing command with advanced data analysis, we ensure optimal navigation compliance and voyage safety at every step, creating commercial value for our partners.
Our Vision
To be recognized as a globally trusted shipping company, setting the benchmark for dry bulk shipping and project cargo transport—especially in steel scrap and deep-sea trade routes.
Building on our Master Mariner heritage, we continue to scale our international shipping presence, prioritizing safety audits, RightShip compliance, and operational risk management while delivering best-in-class vessel brokering services.
Our Timeline
2003 – The Vision
The foundation of C-Alpha Shipping was laid with a clear vision to create a reliable, knowledge-driven maritime services platform built on deep industry experience.
2004–2021 – Industry Experience
Over nearly two decades, our founders built distinguished maritime careers with A-listed shipowners including Clipper, MUR, Campbell, Dynacom Tankers, and Varun Shipping. Excelling at every stage of their progression—from cadets developing strong seamanship and operational discipline, to Master Mariners commanding vessels across international trade routes, and later serving as Marine Superintendents overseeing fleet operations—they gained comprehensive expertise in vessel management, safety systems, technical compliance, and commercial performance. This unique blend of frontline seagoing command and shore-based leadership has laid a strong foundation in ship ownership and fleet management, further reinforced through delivering consultancy and shipbroking services to a diverse global clientele.
2022 – Company Establishment
C-Alpha Shipping was officially established, bringing together years of expertise in maritime operations, chartering, and consultancy under one integrated organization.
2023 – Operational Growth
Expanded service offerings across chartering, time charter management, consultancy, survey & inspection, and freight forwarding, with a strong focus on maritime industry, bulk and project cargo.
2024 – Global Operations
Today, C-Alpha Shipping supports principals across major international trade routes through data-driven decision-making, voyage oversight, and end-to-end maritime solutions including key roles in Audits and marine investigations.
Our Core Values
Reliability
Delivering consistent, on-time, and dependable maritime solutions backed by operational excellence and accountability.
Global Expertise
Deep understanding of international shipping markets, combining global reach with strong local knowledge.
Partnership & Trust
Building long-term relationships through transparency, collaboration, and a client-first approach.
Operational Excellence
Upholding the highest standards in safety, compliance, efficiency, and continuous improvement.
Leadership Team
Captain Fahim Shamsi
Managing Director
Capt. Fahim Shamsi is the Managing Director and CEO of C-Alpha Shipping Services and Consultancy OPC Pvt. Ltd. A Master Mariner with over two decades of international maritime experience, he leads the company with a strong commercial and operational focus. His expertise covers vessel chartering, cargo operations, port and terminal coordination, and global logistics management. Having progressed from Cadet to Master on ocean-going vessels, he brings practical shipboard knowledge into strategic decision-making. Under his leadership, C-Alpha delivers efficient, compliant, and commercially sound maritime solutions, built on professionalism, accountability, and operational excellence.
Captain Daljeet Singh
Managing Director – Americas
Senior marine professional with 20+ years of global industry experience, bringing strong expertise in vessel operations, resource management, chartering support, and regional business development across the Americas. A Certified ISO 9001:2015 Auditor and ISM / MLC / ISPS Internal Auditor, with a strong focus on compliance, safety management systems, and continuous improvement across maritime operations.
Capt. M (Moni) S. Kahlon
Advisor C - Alpha Shipping | Veteran Master Mariner | Maritime Leader | Industry Mentor
Capt. M (Moni) S. Kahlon is a distinguished alumnus of the prestigious Training Ship Dufferin (Batch of 1958–1960), with an illustrious maritime career spanning over 25 years, including 11 years in command at sea. Widely respected across the maritime fraternity, he brings decades of operational excellence, leadership, and strategic insight to the industry. Capt. Kahlon’s industry recognition includes the 2015 Sailor Today Special Award, the 2018 FOSMA honor for outstanding contribution to the maritime industry, and a 2025 recognition at the Maritime SheEO Conference for supporting gender diversification at sea. He has been instrumental in founding key maritime institutions in Chandigarh and continues to provide strategic advisory support to global maritime platforms and seafarer-focused organizations. At C Alpha Shipping, we are privileged to be associated with stalwarts like Capt. Kahlon, whose legacy, experience, and vision continue to inspire excellence and innovation in the maritime domain.