Chennai, India | October 21, 2026: International shipping and logistics company SFL Worldwide has expanded its India presence with the opening of a new office in Chennai, marking an important step in the company’s broader South India growth strategy. Located in Teynampet, the new office will strengthen SFL Worldwide’s local presence in Tamil Nadu and enable the company to serve customers across the southern region with greater proximity, responsiveness and local support.

The Chennai expansion is part of SFL Worldwide’s larger effort to strengthen its India operating footprint and bring its international shipping, relocation and freight-forwarding capabilities closer to customers. With Chennai emerging as an important centre for international mobility, education, manufacturing, business activity and cross-border trade, the city provides a strategic base for the company to build deeper customer and partner relationships across South India.

Commenting on the expansion, Mr. Purveen Shah, Founder & CEO, SFL Worldwide, said, “India is a strategically important market for SFL Worldwide, and South India represents a significant next phase of our growth. Chennai gives us the right platform to deepen our presence in the region and to serve customers with greater local accessibility while connecting them to our global logistics network. Our ambition is to build a strong, customer-focused operation in Chennai and use it as a foundation for sustainable growth across South India.”

Chennai’s importance to SFL Worldwide extends beyond its role as a major port and logistics hub. The city and the wider Tamil Nadu region are home to a strong manufacturing and industrial ecosystem, while its international airport and maritime connectivity link the region to major global markets. For SFL Worldwide, this creates an opportunity to support a diverse customer base, including individuals and families relocating overseas, students moving abroad, NRIs shipping personal belongings between India and other countries, SMEs involved in international trade, exporters and importers, and corporates requiring employee relocation or business logistics support.

The company sees particular potential among customers looking for an end-to-end service rather than having to coordinate multiple logistics providers for packing, transportation, shipping, storage and other requirements. Through its Chennai presence, SFL Worldwide aims to make international movement simpler by combining local customer support with its established global logistics infrastructure.

South India is also becoming increasingly important as a source of international mobility and cross-border activity. The USA remains a particularly important destination market for SFL Worldwide, alongside the UAE, UK, Europe and Australia. The company also sees opportunities across Canada, the wider Middle East and Asia-Pacific corridors. From Chennai, SFL Worldwide plans to further develop these routes based on customer demand and its international partner network.

The Chennai office is expected to serve as the starting point for a broader South India growth opportunity. While strengthening its presence in Tamil Nadu, SFL Worldwide will continue to explore opportunities across key southern markets including Karnataka, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. As demand develops, the company will evaluate additional people, capabilities and infrastructure in the region.

Founded in 2005, SFL Worldwide has more than two decades of experience in shipping and logistics and has guided more than 100,000 international and domestic relocations. The company works with a network of more than 200 logistics partners and provides real-time shipment tracking. Its operations are supported by an ISO 9001-certified quality management system and an international network covering the USA, UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, the UAE, the Middle East and more than 200 countries.

The recent affilated with Movers Federation of India (MFI) is another significant move that will enhance the company’s footprint in the moving and relocation sector in India which promotes industry standards, ethical practices, consumer protection and professional development. In addition to this new affilation, SFL Worldwide is also affiliated with the top industry associations and regulatory agencies, such as IAM, IMA, ARA, FMC, Texas Department of Transportation, PGC, BBB and ICON Logistics Network. The following associations and certifications reflect SFL Worldwide’s relationship with moving and logistics networks around the world, dedication to world class standards, adherence to regulations, and continuous professional growth. 

SFL Worldwide’s services span international and domestic relocation, household goods and personal effects shipping, freight forwarding, business logistics, commercial cargo and origin-to-destination support. Depending on customer requirements, the company also provides services such as packing, transportation, storage, custom crating and customs-related support.

The new Chennai office complements SFL Worldwide’s existing India presence in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, and Navi Mumbai/Mumbai, Maharashtra, while connecting the company’s India operations more closely with its international logistics network.

With Chennai now serving as a strategic base for its South India ambitions, SFL Worldwide aims to build stronger relationships with customers and partners in the region and support the growing movement of people, personal belongings and commercial goods between South India and global markets.

About SFL Worldwide

Founded in 2005, SFL Worldwide is a family-owned international shipping and logistics company specialising in moving and shipping services across the United States and around the world. With more than two decades of experience, the company provides international and domestic relocation, household goods and personal effects shipping, freight forwarding, commercial cargo, business logistics and origin-to-destination support. SFL Worldwide works with a network of more than 200 logistics partners and has guided more than 100,000 international and domestic relocations. Its services are supported by real-time shipment tracking and an ISO 9001-certified quality management system, with a global network spanning the USA, UK, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, the UAE, the Middle East and more than 200 countries. SFL Worldwide is affiliated with leading industry associations and logistics networks, including IAM, IMA, ARA, FMC and ICON Logistics Network.