Aerial view of a busy container terminal

Our Story

About HKC Shipping

For over 25 years, we have delivered dependable marine services across Egypt's busiest ports — building lasting partnerships with global fleets and local authorities alike.

Who We Are

Egypt's Trusted Marine Partner

Founded in Suez in 2001, HKC Shipping began as a boutique ship agency serving Mediterranean container lines. Today we operate a diversified fleet, employ over 40 maritime professionals, and support vessels at Port Said, Damietta, Suez, Safaga, and Ain Sokhna.

Our mission is simple: keep vessels moving safely, on schedule, and in full regulatory compliance — while treating every crew member and cargo owner with the respect they deserve.

0
Years of Operation
0
Vessels Served Annually
0
Port Locations
0
Client Retention Rate

Milestones

A Quarter Century at Sea

From a single Canal Street office to nationwide port coverage — the moments that shaped HKC Shipping.

2001

Founded in Suez

HKC Shipping established its first office on Canal Street, providing ship agency services to European container carriers calling Suez port.

Container vessel at Suez port

2008

Suez Canal Expansion

Opened our Port Said operations center to support increased Suez Canal transits, adding 24/7 pilot coordination and emergency response capabilities.

Cargo ship underway near the Suez Canal

2014

Offshore Division Launch

Acquired our first platform supply vessels and crew boats, entering the oil & gas offshore support market in the Eastern Mediterranean and Red Sea.

Offshore supply vessel at sea

2019

ISO 9001 Certification

Achieved ISO 9001:2015 quality management certification, formalizing our operational standards across all six port locations.

Tug assisting a vessel during port operations

2026

Ain Sokhna Port Entry

Expanded to Ain Sokhna to serve the growing Red Sea logistics corridor, completing our nationwide port coverage network.

Open sea along the Red Sea logistics corridor

What Drives Us

Our Core Values

Four principles that govern every agency call, crew transfer, and offshore operation we deliver.

Safety First

Every operation begins with a risk assessment. Zero harm to people, vessels, and the environment is our non-negotiable standard.

Reliability

Ships do not wait. We commit to rapid turnaround times and round-the-clock availability at every port we serve.

Integrity

Transparent pricing, honest communication, and ethical conduct in every port clearance and procurement transaction.

Excellence

Continuous training, modern equipment, and process improvement keep us ahead of evolving maritime regulations.

Leadership

Meet Our Team

Hazem Saied

Hazem Saied

CEO

Saied Hegazi

Saied Hegazi

CFO

Mohamed Saied

Mohamed Saied

Navigation Manager

Abdelrahman Saied

Abdelrahman Saied

Purchasing Manager

Nashat Osama

Nashat Osama

HR Manager

Accreditations

Certifications & Memberships

Our operations are audited and certified to the highest international maritime standards.

ISO 9001:2015

Quality management system certified for shipping agency, shipchandler, and marine contractor operations. Valid through 13 June 2029.

ISO 14001:2015

Environmental management system certification covering shipping agency, shipchandler, and marine contractor activities. Valid through 13 June 2029.

ISO 22000:2018

Food safety management system certified for provisions and bondstore supply (Category G). Valid through 13 June 2029.

ISO 45001:2018

Occupational health and safety management system certified for shipping agency, shipchandler, and marine contractor operations. Valid through 13 June 2029.

Partner With HKC Shipping

Discover how our experience and port network can support your next vessel call or offshore campaign.

Get in Touch