Established in 1919 in Cardiff, Graig Shipping plc is one of Wales' leading shipowning companies. We pride ourselves on our history, breadth and depth of experience and on the professionalism of our staff. Graig Shipping's overriding objective is to create sustained growth in its real equity value. In order to achieve this goal, a comprehensive business strategy has been devised. The strategy focuses on being shipowners and providing global value added maritime services and products marketed to our customers' needs. Brand identification, logistics management, an emphasis on IT and strategic alliances with both shipping industry concerns and financial investors are part of this strategy. Graig Shipping and its affiliated companies operate a modern fleet of technologically advanced vessels that are specialised for the capture of project cargo business. The group and its associates currently employ about 700 people of which 600 are employed at sea. In addition to its shipowning activities, Graig provides a range of maritime services to our venture partners and customers. These include shipbuilding supervision, technical management, finance, and commercial management.