12 May 2012
MUSCAT -- Khimji Ramdas Group has announced the launch of Khimji Ramdas Insurance Services (KRIS) under the umbrella of the Khimji Ramdas Shipping LLC, part of the Projects and Logistics Group. This new division will offer professional risk and insurance intermediary services across all lines of business.

With more than two decades of experience as insurance agents with Blue Eagle Shipping and Insurance Services under the group, the new insurance agency division will now graduate into full-fledged insurance brokers and address the growing needs of the market.

M C Jose, CEO, Projects & Logistics Group, Khimji Ramdas, said: "We have learnt the intricacies of the insurance business for more than two decades. We have a highly qualified team of professionals who are capable of offering superior quality services at most competitive prices. With insurance added to the portfolio, we are proud to offer all transport related services with Khimji Ramdas, which was our vision when we started KR Shipping LLC in 1985. All our service offerings provide value, reliability and trust to our clients. We are confident that we will soon be a leading player in the insurance segment too."

KR Shipping LLC started operations in 1985 with a vision to offer all transport related services under one roof. Today, the division is a leading player in offering 4PL in Oman. The group has been widely acknowledged as a pioneer in 4PL with expertise in Cargo & Cruise vessel handling, Liner agency, Bulk vessel handling, Naval ship handling, Freight forwarding, Customs Clearance, Air cargo, Charter flight operations, Road transport, Ship channelling, Tug owning, Travel agency operations, Bulk terminal operations and other services connected to the transportation industry.

Outlining the strengths and future plans of Khimji Ramdas Insurance Services (KRIS), Suresh S, Divisional Manager, said: "Though competition is intense in the insurance sector, there is enough room for those who offer professional and niche services. Our endeavour will be to ensure that our services are available to our customers at the time and place where it is most needed. As part of the promotional campaign following the official launch, Khimji Ramdas Insurance Services will offer a free risk audit survey to the interested corporate clientele."

Suresh S, with more than two decades of experience (the last six years in Oman), has had the opportunity of working in all segments of the insurance industry. He has a rich experience in handling insurance requirements for projects and corporates and is supported by a dedicated, qualified, and experienced team.

The core strength of KRIS will be in offering professional risk management services that will be largely beneficial for the corporate sector in the long run. The Insurance division will also be offering unique retail and personal line products for the benefit of individual customers.

Pankaj Khimji, Director, Khimji Ramdas, stated: "The new division will have the capability to meet and surpass client expectations in this line of business. We believe, we will soon be one of the top league insurance intermediaries in Oman. As a part of our strategic vision, we are developing and promoting local talent capable of taking leadership responsibilities in the future. We will aim to effectively contribute to the growth of the insurance industry and also become a preferred place to work."

© Oman Daily Observer 2012