We trusted name in the shipping industry. With over 60 years of experience, we have built a reputation for reliability and efficiency in global logistics. Our mission is to deliver your goods safely, on time, and with the highest level of service. THE RUN DOWN The year 1963, saw the birth of Machado Sons promoted by Shri. Chevalier. CIR Machado and Shri. Celestine Machado. Their Love towards Sea made them carry the business of Country boat operations, Stevedoring, Steamer Agency, Clearing and Forwarding of inbound and outbound cargo from the Old Tuticorin Port. Due to the pragmatic approach of our founders the total trade flourished. Our company and our founders were instrumental in the birth and development of the Newport of Tuticorin. The 80’s and 90’s saw the all round of growth of Machado Sons and the Company developed to be the leader in the sectors of Stevedoring, Steamer Agency and Custom House Agency. Machado Sons was the first to popularize the containerization of Cargo in the late 80’s and this move revolutionized the way the shipments were carried in Tuticorin. Machado Sons was made a private limited company during the year 1992 and it was during this period Shri. Vikrant Machado took charge of the company and was at the helm of activities that made Machado Sons Pvt. Ltd. the Leaders of the Industry and made brand “Machado” synchronize with “Shipping & Customs Clearance”. Since then “Machado” has never looked back and has added Freight Forwarding, Steamer Agency Transportation and Fumigation & Pest control to its scope of activities. QUALITY ASSURANCE: Our thrust for quality and maintaining high standards ended in obtaining the Coveted BVQI-UKAS accredited ISO 9001-2008 Certificate for successful implementation of quality systems in all our area’s of operations. This is the result of our Zero compromise on Quality strategy. OUR SERVICES: CUSTOM HOUSE AGENC, STEAMER AGENT, NVOCC, MTO, LAND TRANSPORT, OCEAN FREIGHT, WAREHOUSING & DISTRIBUTION, CFS & FUMIGATION DIVISION We are pleased to inform you that Machado Sons is fully equipped to issue import delivery orders and export bookings for ports Tuticorin and Chennai This capability allows us to streamline the cargo release process, ensuring your goods are handed over swiftly and efficiently, minimizing delays, and providing you with peace of mind. Should you have any shipments requiring this service or if you need further details on how we can assist with your logistics needs, please do not hesitate to contact us. We're here to make your shipping process as smooth as possible.