SSMS Services

international standards shipping services

We combine the Local expertise with international standards to deliver the highest levels of proactive service and measured processes leading to meet our customer requirements. Our business systems exceed ISO requirements, with the objective of achieving continuous improvement in the quality and range of services provided.

Shipping Agency

Salalah Shipping is one of the few organizations with the resources, reach, expertise and infrastructure to support shipping operations on a local, regional and global scale. Our network of four regional hubs, owned offices and trusted partners elsewhere covers all major locations within Sultanate. Our 24/7 operations are backed by in-depth local expertise and excellent relations with port authorities for fast and efficient vessel turnaround. SSMS range of international shipping services caters for all kinds of vessels, from container ships, bulk cargo carriers, Ro-Ro vessels and tankers to yachts; and all cargo types from grains, cement, steel, minerals to crude and chemicals. 

We go beyond the standard ship agency services with an extensive range of complementary services covering husbandry, bunker fuel supplies, ship spares logistics, underwater hull cleaning, weather routing and more. SSMS tailor-made solutions keep you fully informed of your vessel’s status prior to, during and after the port call while we promptly meet your needs and adapt to changing conditions

Freight Forwarding

Salalah Shipping is a dynamic Shipping Agency and Freight Forwarding company driven by the unwavering belief in its original ideology being the combination of flexibility, speed and innovative spirit of an ever changing team with strength, security and integrity of a major Clearing and Forwarding, Shipping and logistics service provider. With years of experience in the shipping and air freight logistics SSMS is known for offering reliable and efficient freight forwarding service throughout the SULTANATE OF OMAN. 

SSMS is dedicated to handling your cargo and ensures expeditious clearance process. Although we have a wide variety of services to offer, our most important tool is our personalized service. At the SSMS Customer service has been reinvented as the cutting edge of competitiveness in the shipping and logistics industry. As competition has become more intense, service quality has become crucial determinant for creating overall customer satisfaction.

Logistics & Warehousing

We have a complete range of warehousing and distribution services.

We have a complete range of warehousing and distribution services in collaboration with our principal company ILS Oman . Our facilities blend modern systems and equipment with industry-best-practices to lower your warehousing and distribution while increasing your service levels meeting varied market requirements. We offer specialized warehousing and distribution solutions for numerous industries and brief offers, the following services to its valuable customer.
E-freight Management System with the ability to integrate with other systems.

Warehousing Facility equipped with :-

Total Positions

29,850 single selective pallet positions

Warehouse Area

22,000 SQM of raised floor warehousing

Value Added Services

500 SQM of mezzanine space for
value added services

Temp Controlled positions

14,750 FSMS graded temperature-controlled pallet positioning +/- 25 °C

Handling Equipment's

20 enclosed docks with automatic dock levelers Battery various operated VNA (Very Narrow Aisles), Articulated RT, Counterbalance, PPT, and HPT equipment

Our Activities

International Freight Forwarding

SSMS through its extensive global network, offer solutions on international freight movements for both air and sea. We have offices at all major cities across Sultanate.

NVOCC Representation

SSMS is one of the well known entity in Oman, representing over 10 Non-Vessel Operated Container Carriers (NVOCC) from all of the Indian sub-continent and the Middle East region.

Air / Project Cargo Handling

Heavy projects just got lighter. Managing heavy lift projects requires special expertise, care and detailing. We have built a formidable reputation in Project Cargo Logistics and heavy lift.

Logistics & Transportation

SSMS provides a full scope of transport solutions from consolidation trucks up to complex truck movements for specialized for any kind of cargo from the smallest and most fragile.

Break Bulk & Vessel Handling

SSMS has been handling dry bulk commodities and vessels since the 1997. Today, we are the leading dry cargo agent active to deliver professional ship agency services.

Bunker Supplies

SSMS Bunker Fuels draws on our strong market relationships, trusted suppliers, up-to-the-minute information and global reach to give you the best bunker fuel prices and delivery options.

Husbandry Services

As your global husbandry agent, SSMS delivers the best care for all your vessel husbandry matters in ports globally. You can rely on us to look after your interests and work.

Custom Clearance

SSMS is one of the leading Customs Clearing Agents, ensuring smooth and easy customs clearance for all our customers, so that they receive their cargo on time.