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Accounting Policies of Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd. Company

Mar 31, 2023

(d) Use of Estimates :

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the recognition and measurement principles of Ind AS requires management of the Company to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and contingent liabilities as at the date of financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the period. Actual results may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognised in the period in which the estimates are revised and in future periods which are affected.

Key sources of estimation of uncertainty at the date of the financial statements, which may cause a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year, is in respect of impairment of property, plant and equipment, useful lives of property, plant and equipment, provision, contingent liabilities.

Impairment of Property, plant and equipment :

Determining whether a ship is impaired requires an estimation of value in use and fair value less cost of disposal. The key estimates made in the value in use calculation include discount rates, revenue (having regard to past trend), operating profit growth rates and deployment of vessels. The discount rate is estimated using pre-tax rates that reflect current market assessments of the time value of money. The fair values are estimated based on valuations provided by independent valuers considering latest transactions of similar assets.

Useful lives and residual values of Property, plant and equipment:

Useful lives and residual values of property, plant and equipment are reviewed at each year end based on the best available information. The lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events. Residual value of Fleet is estimated having regard to, inter alia, past trend of steel scrap prices.

Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

The Company is a party to certain legal disputes, the outcomes of which cannot be assessed with a high degree of certainty. A provision is recognised where, based on the legal views and advice, it is considered probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle a present obligation that can be measured reliably. Contingent liabilities are disclosed in Note 36 unless the possibility of a loss arising is considered remote. Management applies its judgement in determining whether a provision should be recorded or contingent liability should be disclosed.

NOTE 1 : CORPORATE INFORMATION

The Great Eastern Shipping Company Limited (the Company) is a public limited company registered in India under the provisions of the Companies Act, 1913 and has its registered office in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Its shares are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange of India. The Company is a major player in the Indian Shipping industry.

The financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2023 were approved by the Board of Directors and authorised for issue on May 12, 2023.

NOTE 2 : SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

(a) Statement of Compliance :

These financial statements are the separate financial statements of the Company (also called standalone financial statements) and have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) prescribed under Section 133 of the Act read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards), Rules, 2015 and relevant amendments and rules issued thereafter.

(b) Basis of Preparation and presentation :

The Financial Statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except for certain financial instruments that are measured at fair values at the end of each reporting period.

(c) Current/Non-Current Classification :

Any asset or liability is classified as current if it satisfies any of the following conditions :

(i) the asset/liability is expected to be realised/settled in the Companyâs normal operating cycle;

(ii) the asset is intended for sale or consumption;

(iii) the asset/liability is held primarily for the purpose of trading;

(iv) the asset/liability is expected to be realised/settled within twelve months after the reporting period;

(v) the asset is cash and cash equivalent or other bank balances unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting date;

(vi) in the case of a liability, the Company does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting date;

(vii) all other assets and liabilities are classified as non-current.

For the purpose of current/non-current classification of assets and liabilities, the Company has ascertained its normal operating cycle as twelve months.

(e) Property, plant and equipment :

Property, plant and equipment (PPE) are stated at acquisition cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes expenses related to acquisition, installation of the concerned assets and any attributable cost of bringing the asset to the condition of its intended use.

The Company identifies and determines cost of each part of an item of property, plant and equipment separately, if the part has a cost which is significant to the total cost of that item of property, plant and equipment and has a useful life that is materially different from that of the remaining item. Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset are also capitalised as part of the cost of the asset.

Capital work-in-progress and Capital advances :

Cost of assets not ready for intended use as on the Balance Sheet date, is shown as capital work-in-progress. Advances given towards acquisition of fixed assets outstanding at each Balance Sheet date are disclosed as Other Non-Current Assets.

Depreciation on Property, Plant and Equipment :

(i) Depreciation is recognised on Straight Line Method basis so as to write off the original cost of the asset less its estimated residual value over the estimated useful life. The estimated useful life of the assets is as under :

PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT:	ESTIMATED USEFUL LIFE
Fleet (Main) - Crude Oil Tankers	20 years
- Product Tankers *	23 years
- Dry Bulk Carriers *	23 years
- Gas Carriers *	27 years
- Speed Boats	13 years
Fleet (Component) - Grabs *	10 years
- Dry Dock *	Period from survey certificate
Leasehold Land	date till the estimated date for next special survey Lease period
Ownership Flats and Buildings	60 years
Furniture & Fixtures, Office	5 years
Equipment * Computers - Servers and Networks	6 years
- End User Devices	3 years
Vehicles *	4 years
Mobiles *	2 years
Plant and Equipment *	10 years
Leasehold improvements	Lease period

* For this class of assets, based on internal technical assessment and past experience, the Management believes that the useful

lives as given above, best represent the period over which the Management expects the use of the assets. The useful lives of these assets are different from the useful lives as prescribed under Part C of Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013.

(ii) Estimated useful life of the Fleet and Ownership Flats and Buildings is considered from the year of built. Estimated useful life in case of all other assets is considered from the date of acquisition by the Company.

(iii) The estimated useful lives and residual values are reviewed at the end of each reporting period based on the conditions of the vessels, market conditions and other regulatory requirements, with the effect of any changes in estimate being accounted for on a prospective basis.

Derecognition :

An item of Property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected to arise from the continued use of the asset. Any gain or loss arising on the disposal or retirement of an item of Property, plant and equipment is determined as the difference between the sales proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(f) Intangible Assets :

Intangible assets are stated at acquisition cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. An intangible asset is derecognised on disposal, or when no future economic benefits are expected from use or disposal. Gains or losses on derecognition measured at difference between net disposal proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset, are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Amortisation :

Intangible Assets with finite lives are amortised on a Straight Line basis over the estimated useful economic life. The amortisation expense on intangible assets with finite lives is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. The estimated useful life of intangible assets is mentioned below :

INTANGIBLE ASSETS	ESTIMATED USEFUL LIFE
Software	5 years

The amortisation period and the amortisation method for an intangible asset with finite useful life are reviewed at the end of each financial year. If any of these expectations differ from previous estimates, such change is accounted for as a change in an accounting estimate.

(g) Asset classified as held for sale :

An item of Property, plant and equipment is classified as asset held for sale at the time when the Management is committed to sell/dispose off the asset as per Memorandum of Agreement entered into with the customer and the asset is expected to be sold/disposed off within one year from the date of classification.

Assets classified as held for sale are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell.

(h) Impairment :

The carrying amounts of the Companyâs Property Plant and Equipment and intangible assets are reviewed at the end of each reporting period to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset''s recoverable amounts are estimated in order to determine the extent of impairment loss, if any. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset or its cash generating unit (CGU) exceeds its recoverable amount. The impairment loss, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which impairment takes place.

Assessment of recoverable amount of the vessels is based on higher of fair value less cost to sell and its value in use calculations, with each vessel being regarded as one cash generating unit. Value in use is the present value of estimated future cash flows expected to arise from the continuing use of a vessel and from its disposal at the end of its useful life. For calculating present value, future cash flows are discounted using a pre-tax discount rate that reflects current market rates and the risk specific to the vessel. Fair value less cost to sell is the best estimate of the amount obtainable from the sale of a vessel in an arm''s length transaction between knowledgeable, willing parties, less the cost of disposal based on independent third-party broker valuations.

Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, however subject to the increased carrying amount not exceeding the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of amortisation or depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior accounting periods.

(i) Investments in subsidiaries :

Non-current Investment in Preference Shares of subsidiary is measured at amortised cost as it is held within a business model whose objective is to hold this investment in order to collect the contractual cash flows and the contractual cash flows are solely payment of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

(j) Inventories :

on first-in-first-out basis. Net realisable value represents the estimated selling price for inventories less all costs necessary to make the sale or expected amount to be realised from use as estimated by the management, as applicable.

(k) Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs include interest, ancillary cost incurred in connection with the arrangement of borrowings and exchange differences arising from foreign currency borrowings availed on or after April 01, 2016, to the extent they are regarded as an adjustment to the interest cost. Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition/construction of the qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset, upto the date of acquisition/completion of construction. Other borrowing costs are recognised in profit and loss in the period in which they are incurred.

(l) Revenue Recognition :

Revenue is recognised upon transfer of control of promised services to customers at an amount that reflects the consideration which the Company expects to receive in exchange for those services.

The Company earns revenue from time and voyage charter.

Time Charter hire earnings are accrued on time proportion basis except where the charter party agreements have not been renewed/finalised, in which case it is recognised on provisional basis.

Revenue from voyage charters is recognised as income, by reference to the voyage progress on load-to-discharge basis, which has been assessed by management to be an appropriate measure of progress towards complete satisfaction of the performance obligations over time under Ind AS 115. Judgement is involved in estimating days to reach the load port and discharge port destinations impacting the calculation of income to be accrued for incomplete voyage. Management uses its judgement in estimating the total number of days of a voyage based on historical trends, the operating capability of the vessel (speed and fuel consumption) and the distance of the trade route.

Demurrage revenue is recognised as the performance obligations under the contract is satisfied.

Pool revenue is recognised as the performance obligation is satisfied over time in accordance with the pooling agreement. Training fees included in other operating income are accounted on accrual basis.

Revenue is measured based on the consideration to which the Company expects to be entitled in contract with customer. The consideration is determined based on the price specified in the contract, net of address commission. Revenue excludes any taxes or duties collected on behalf of the Government which are levied on sales such as Goods and Services tax.

There is no significant financing component in any transaction.

(m) Expenses :

(i) Fuel oil is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on consumption basis.

(ii) Stores and spares delivered on board the ships are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(iii) Expenses on account of general average claims/damages to ships are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the year in which they are incurred. Claims against the underwriters are accounted for on acceptance of average adjustment by the adjustors.

(n) Leases :

Company as a Lessee

The Company''s lease asset classes primarily consist of leases for office premises, warehouse and equipment rental. The Company assesses whether a contract contains a lease, at inception of a contract. A contract is, or contains, a lease if the contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset for a period in exchange for consideration. To assess whether a contract conveys the right to control the use of an identified asset, the Company assesses whether : (1) the contract involves the use of an identified asset (2) the Company has substantially all of the economic benefits from use of the asset through the period of the lease and (3) the Company has the right to direct the use of the asset.

At the date of commencement of the lease, the Company recognises a right-of-use asset ("ROU") and a corresponding lease liability for all lease arrangements in which it is a lessee, except for leases with a term of twelve months or less (shortterm leases) and low value leases. For these short-term and low value leases, the Company recognises the lease payments as an operating expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

Certain lease arrangements include the options to extend or terminate the lease before the end of the lease term. ROU assets and lease liabilities includes these options when it is reasonably certain that they will be exercised.

The right-of-use assets are initially recognised at cost, which comprises the initial amount of the lease liability adjusted for any lease payments made at or prior to the commencement date of the lease plus any initial direct costs less any lease incentives. They are subsequently measured at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment losses.

Right-of-use assets are depreciated from the commencement date on a straight-line basis over useful life of the underlying asset.

liabilities are remeasured with a corresponding adjustment to the related right of use assets if the Company changes its assessment of either exercising an extension or a termination option.

Lease liability and ROU asset have been separately presented in the Balance Sheet and lease payments have been classified as financing cash flows.

Company as a Lessor

Leases can be classified as finance or operating leases. In making the assessment, certain indicators, such as whether the substantial risks and rewards of ownership of the underlying asset continue with the group, and whether the contract is for a major part of the economic life of the asset, are considered.

Based on the aforementioned assessment, the time charter contracts for vessels of the Company contain operating lease component for the purpose of Ind AS 116, Leases - Refer Note 33.

(o) Employee Benefits :

(i) Short-Term Employee Benefits :

All employee benefits payable wholly within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short-term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, performance incentives, etc., are recognised as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the employee renders the related service.

(ii) Post-Employment Benefits :

Liability is provided for retirement benefits of Provident Fund, Superannuation, Gratuity and Compensated Absences in respect of all eligible employees and for pension benefit to eligible Whole-time Directors of the Company.

(a) Defined Contribution Plan

Employee benefits in the form of Superannuation Fund and other Seamen''s Welfare Contributions are considered as defined contribution plans and the contributions are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss of the period when the contributions to the respective funds are due.

(b) Defined Benefit Plan

Retirement benefits in the form of Provident Fund administered by the Company, Gratuity and Pension plan for eligible Whole-time Directors are considered as defined benefit obligations and are provided for on the basis of actuarial valuations, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

(iii) Other Long-Term Benefits

Long-term compensated absences are provided for on the basis of an actuarial valuation, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

Actuarial gain/loss, comprising of experience adjustments and the effects of changes in actuarial assumptions is recognised in the Statement of Other Comprehensive Income except for Long-term compensated absences where the same is immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(p) Foreign Exchange Transactions :

(i) Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (''the functional currencyâ). The financial statements are presented in ''Indian Rupeesâ (INR), which is also the Companyâs functional currency.

(ii) The transactions in currencies other than the entity''s functional currency (foreign currencies) are recorded at the rate of exchange that approximates the actual rate at the date of transaction. Non-monetary items, which are measured in terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency, remaining unsettled at the year end are translated at closing rates. The difference in translation of long term monetary assets acquired and liabilities incurred prior to April 01, 2016 and gains and losses on foreign currency transactions relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and depreciated over the balance life of the asset; and in other cases, accumulated in a Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account and amortised over the balance period of such long term asset/liability, by recognition as income or expense but not beyond March 31, 2020. The difference in translation of all other monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on other foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(q) Financial Instruments :

Initial Recognition :

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when a Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value, except for trade receivables which are initially measured at transaction price. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities (other than financial assets and financial liabilities at fair value through Profit or Loss) are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value through Profit or Loss are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Subsequent measurement :

Financial Assets :

All recognised financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortised cost or fair value through Profit or Loss (FVTPL) or fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (FVOCI), depending on the classification of the financial assets. The purchase and sale of financial assets are accounted for at trade date.

Cash and Cash Equivalents :

Cash and cash equivalents include cash in hand, demand deposits with banks, other short term highly liquid financial instruments which are readily convertible into known amounts of cash that are subject to an insignificant risk of change in value and having original maturities of three months or less.

Fixed deposit having residual maturity upto twelve months from the reporting period is considered as part of bank balances other than cash and cash equivalent. Fixed deposit with residual maturity more than twelve months from reporting period is classified under other non-current assets.

Debt Instruments :

Debt instruments are initially measured at amortised cost, fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (''FVOCIâ) or fair value through Profit or Loss (''FVTPLâ) till derecognition on the basis of (i) the entityâs business model for managing the financial assets and (ii) the contractual cash flow characteristics of the financial asset.

(i) Measured at Amortised Cost :

Financial assets that are held within a business model whose objective is to hold financial assets in order to collect contractual cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest, are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate (''EIRâ) method less impairment, if any. The amortisation using EIR and loss arising from impairment, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Under the effective interest method, the future cash receipts are exactly discounted to the initial recognition value using the effective interest rate. The cumulative amortisation using the effective interest method of the difference between the initial recognition amount and the maturity amount is added to the initial recognition value (net of principal repayments, if any) of the financial asset over the relevant period of the financial asset to arrive at the amortised cost at each reporting date. The corresponding effect of the amortisation under effective interest method is recognised as interest income over the relevant period of the financial asset. The same is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(ii) Measured at Fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (FVTOCI) :

Financial assets that are held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both, selling financial assets and collecting contractual cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest and the contractual terms of the instrument give rise on specified dates to cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding, are subsequently measured at fair value through Other Comprehensive Income. Fair value movements are recognised in the Other Comprehensive Income (OCI). Interest income measured using the EIR method and impairment losses, if any are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. On derecognition, cumulative gain or loss previously recognised in OCI is reclassified to Profit or Loss.

Further, the Company, through an irrevocable election at initial recognition, has measured certain investments in equity instruments at FVTOCI. The Company has made such election on an instrument by instrument basis. These equity instruments are neither held for trading nor are contingent consideration recognised under a business combination. Pursuant to such irrevocable election, subsequent changes in the fair value of such equity instruments are recognised in OCI. However, the Company recognises dividend income from such instruments in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

On derecognition of such financial assets, cumulative gain or loss previously recognised in OCI is not reclassified from the equity to Statement of Profit and Loss. However, the Company may transfer such cumulative gain or loss into retained earnings within equity.

(iii) Measured at Fair value through Profit or Loss (FVTPL) :

A financial asset not classified at either amortised cost or FVOCI, is classified as FVTPL. Such financial assets are measured at fair value with all changes in fair value, including interest income and dividend income if any, recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Impairment of Financial Assets :

Expected credit losses (ECL) are recognised for all financial assets subsequent to initial recognition other than financials assets in FVTPL category. The Companyâs trade receivables do not contain significant financing component and loss allowance on trade receivables is measured at an amount equal to lifetime expected losses i.e. expected cash shortfall. The impairment losses and reversals are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

In case of other assets, the Company determines if there has been a significant increase in credit risk of the financial asset since initial recognition. If the credit risk of such assets has not increased significantly, an amount equal to 12-month ECL is measured and recognised as loss allowance. However, if credit risk has increased significantly, an amount equal to lifetime ECL is measured and recognised as loss allowance.

ECL impairment loss allowance recognised during the period is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Derecognition of Financial Assets :

The Company derecognises a financial asset when the contractual rights to the cash flows from the asset expire, or when it transfers the financial asset and substantially all the risks and rewards of ownership of the asset to another party. On derecognition of a financial asset, (except as mentioned above for financial assets measured at FVTOCI), the difference between the carrying amount and the consideration received is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Financial liabilities and Equity Instruments :

Classification as Debt or Equity :

Debt and equity instruments issued by the Company are classified as either financial liabilities or as equity in accordance with the substance of the contractual arrangements and the definitions of a financial liability and an equity instrument.

Equity Instruments :

An equity instrument is any contract that evidences a residual interest in the assets of an entity after deducting all of its liabilities. Equity instruments issued by the Company are recognised at the proceeds received, net of direct issue costs.

Financial Liabilities :

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method or at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities are classified as at FVTPL when the financial liability is held for trading or it is designated as at FVTPL.

For financial liabilities that are designated as at FVTPL, the amount of change in the fair value of the financial liability that is attributable to changes in the credit risk of that liability is recognised in other comprehensive income, unless the recognition of the effects of changes in the liabilityâs credit risk in other comprehensive income would create or enlarge an accounting mismatch in profit or loss. The remaining amount of change in the fair value of liability is recognised in profit or loss. Changes in fair value attributable to a financial liabilityâs credit risk that are recognised in other comprehensive income are not subsequently reclassified to profit or loss; instead, they are transferred to retained earnings upon derecognition of the financial liability.

Financial liabilities that are not held-for-trading and are not designated as at FVTPL are measured at amortised cost at the end of subsequent accounting periods. The carrying amounts of financial liabilities that are subsequently measured at amortised cost are determined based on the effective interest method.

Derecognition of Financial Liabilities :

The Company derecognises financial liabilities when, and only when, the Companyâs obligations are discharged, cancelled or have expired. A substantial modification of the terms of an existing financial liability (whether or not attributable to the financial difficulty of the debtor) is accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability. The difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability derecognised and the consideration paid and payable is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Offsetting Financial Instruments :

Financial assets and liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the Balance Sheet where there is a legally enforceable right to offset the recognised amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or realise the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. The legally enforceable right must not be contingent on future events and must be enforceable in the normal course of business and in the event of default, insolvency or bankruptcy of the Company or the counterparty.

Derivative Financial Instruments :

The Company enters into a variety of derivative financial instruments to manage its exposure to interest rate and foreign exchange rate risks, including foreign exchange forward contracts, interest rate swaps, currency swaps, commodity swaps etc. Further details of derivative financial instruments are disclosed in Note 37.

Derivatives are initially recognised at fair value at the date the derivative contracts are entered into and are subsequently remeasured to their fair value at the end of each reporting period. The resulting gain or loss is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss immediately unless the derivative is designated and effective as a hedging instrument, in which event the timing of the recognition in the Statement of Profit and Loss depends on the nature of the hedging relationship and the nature of the hedged item. The gains or losses on derivative contracts related to the acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the assets and not recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Embedded Derivatives :

Derivatives embedded in non-derivative host contracts that are not financial instruments within the scope of Ind AS 109 are treated as separate derivatives when their risks and characteristics are not closely related to those of the host contracts and the host contracts are not measured at FVTPL.

Hedge Accounting :

The Company designates certain hedging instruments, which include derivatives and non-derivatives in respect of foreign currency risk, as either fair value hedges or cash flow hedges.

At the inception of the hedge relationship, the entity documents the relationship between the hedging instrument and the hedged item, along with its risk management objectives and its strategy for undertaking various hedge transactions. Furthermore, at the inception of the hedge and on an ongoing basis, the Company documents whether the hedging instrument is highly effective in offsetting changes in fair values or cash flows of the hedged item attributable to the hedged risk. Note 37 sets out details of the fair values of the derivative instruments used for hedging purposes.

Fair Value Hedges :

Changes in fair value of the designated portion of derivatives that qualify as fair value hedges are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss immediately, together with any changes in the fair value of the hedged asset or liability that are attributable to the hedged risk. The change in the fair value of the designated portion of hedging instrument and the change in the hedged item attributable to the hedged risk are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the line item relating to the hedged item.

Hedge accounting is discontinued when the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated, or exercised, or when it no longer qualifies for hedge accounting. The fair value adjustment to the carrying amount of the hedged item arising from the hedged risk is amortised to the Statement of Profit and Loss from that date.

Cash Flow Hedges :

The effective portion of changes in the fair value of derivatives that are designated and qualify as cash flow hedges is recognised in Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated under the heading of Cash Flow Hedging Reserve. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Amounts previously recognised in Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated in equity (relating to effective portion as described above) are reclassified to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the periods when the hedged item affects profit or loss, in the same line as the recognised hedged item. However, when the hedged forecast transaction results in the recognition of a nonfinancial asset or a non-financial liability, such gains and losses are transferred from equity (but not as a reclassification adjustment) and included in the initial measurement of the cost of the non-financial asset or non-financial liability.

Hedge accounting is discontinued when the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated, or exercised, or when it no longer qualifies for hedge accounting. Any gain or loss recognised in Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated in equity at that time remains in equity and is recognised when the forecast transaction is ultimately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. When a forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur, the gain or loss accumulated in equity is recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(r) Taxation :

Tax expense for the year comprises current and deferred tax. The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. The Company''s liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period. Significant judgments are involved in determining the provision for income taxes, including amount expected to be paid/recovered for uncertain tax positions.

Deferred tax is recognised on temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable temporary differences. In contrast, deferred tax assets are only recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the deductible temporary differences can be utilised.

The carrying amount of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting period and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax liabilities and assets are measured at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the asset is realised based on the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period. The measurement of deferred tax liabilities and assets reflects the tax consequences that would follow from the manner in which the Company expects, at the end of the reporting period, to cover or settle the carrying value of its assets and liabilities.

Current and deferred tax are recognised as an expense or income in the Statement of Profit and Loss, except when they relate to items credited or debited either in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, in which case the tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity respectively.

include Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws which is likely to give future economic benefits in the form of availability of set off against future income tax liability.

(s) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

Provisions are recognised in the financial statement in respect of present obligations (legal or constructive) as a result of past events if it is probable that the Company will be required to settle the obligation, and which can be reliably estimated. Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the Balance Sheet date. In case of onerous contract present obligations arising under onerous contracts are recognised and measured as provisions. An onerous contract is considered to exist where the Company has a contract under which the unavoidable costs of meeting the obligations under the contract exceed the economic benefits expected to be received under it. The unavoidable costs under a contract reflect the least net cost of exiting from the contract, which is the lower of the cost of fulfilling it and any compensation or penalties arising from failure to fulfil it, if applicable. The cost of fulfilling a contract comprises the costs that relate directly to the contract. Costs that relate directly to a contract consist of both the incremental costs of fulfilling that contract and an allocation of other costs that relate directly to fulfilling contracts.

Contingent liabilities are not recognised but disclosed unless the probability of an outflow of resources is remote. Contingent assets are disclosed where inflow of economic benefits is probable.

(t) Earnings per share :

Basic earnings per share is calculated by dividing the net profit or loss for the period attributable to the equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. The weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period is adjusted for events, such as bonus issue, bonus element in a rights issue and shares split that have changed the number of equity shares outstanding, without a corresponding change in resources. For the purpose of calculating Diluted Earnings per share, the net profit or loss for the period attributable to the equity shareholders and the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period is adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.

(u) Government Grants :

grants used to acquire non-current asset are recognised as deferred revenue in the Balance Sheet and transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss on a systematic basis over the useful lives of the related assets.

Applicability of new and revised Ind AS :

New and amended standards adopted by the Company

Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCA") notifies new standards or amendments to the existing standards under Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules as issued from time to time. On March 31,2023, MCA amended the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2023, as below.

Ind AS 1 - Presentation of Financial Statements

This amendment requires the entities to disclose their material accounting policies rather than their significant accounting policies. The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after April 1,2023.

Ind AS 12 - Income Taxes

This amendment has introduced a definition of ''accounting estimatesâ and included amendments to Ind AS 8 to help entities distinguish changes in accounting policies from changes in accounting estimates. The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after April 1, 2023.

Ind AS 8 - Accounting Policies, Changes in Accounting Estimates and Errors

This amendment has narrowed the scope of the initial recognition exemption so that it does not apply to transactions that give rise to equal and offsetting temporary differences. The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after April 1, 2023.

The Company is in the process of evaluating the impact of these amendments.

Mar 31, 2022

NOTE 1 : CORPORATE INFORMATION

The Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd. (the Company) is a public limited company registered in India under the provisions of the Companies Act, 1913 and has its registered office in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. Its shares are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange of India. The Company is a major player in the Indian Shipping industry.

The financial statements for the year ended March 31,2022 were approved by the Board of Directors and authorised for issue on May 06, 2022.

NOTE 2 : SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

(a) Statement of Compliance :

(b) Basis of Preparation and presentation :

The Financial Statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except for certain financial instruments that are measured at fair values at the end of each reporting period.

(c) Current/Non-Current Classification :

Any asset or liability is classified as current if it satisfies any of the following conditions :

(i) the asset/liability is expected to be realised/settled in the Company''s normal operating cycle;

(ii) the asset is intended for sale or consumption;

(iii) the asset/liability is held primarily for the purpose of trading;

(iv) the asset/liability is expected to be realised/settled within twelve months after the reporting period;

(v) the asset is cash and cash equivalent or other bank balances unless it is restricted from being exchanged or used to settle a liability for at least twelve months after the reporting date;

(vi) in the case of a liability, the Company does not have an unconditional right to defer settlement of the liability for at least twelve months after the reporting date;

(vii) All other assets and liabilities are classified as non-current.

For the purpose of current/non-current classification of assets and liabilities, the Company has ascertained its normal operating cycle as twelve months.

(d) Use of Estimates :

Impairment of Property, plant and equipment :

Useful lives and residual values of Property, plant and equipment :

Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

COVID-19 :

The shipping operations of the Company have continued despite challenges posed by lockdowns and restrictions following the COVID-19 outbreak.

The internal financial reporting and controls of the Company have been operating satisfactorily with support of technology. The impact of COVID-19 pandemic has been varying across the types of assets. Whilst the volatility of freight rates has been higher than usual in some cases, the vessels have continued to remain deployed. Such higher volatility in the market is not expected to materially impact estimates of long-term rates considered in assessing recoverable amounts of the vessels. The Company does not foresee any challenge on recoverability of trade receivables given the creditworthiness of the customers and the subsequent recoveries. The Company has adequate resources including liquid investments, cash and cash equivalents to meet its financial obligations for the foreseeable future.

The impact of COVID-19 may be different from that estimated as at the date of approval of these financial results.

(e) Property, plant and equipment :

Capital work-in-progress and Capital advances :

Cost of assets not ready for intended use as on the Balance Sheet date, is shown as capital work-in-progress. Advances given towards acquisition of fixed assets outstanding at each balance sheet date are disclosed as Other Non-Current Assets.

Depreciation on Property, Plant and Equipment :

PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT :	ESTIMATED USEFUL LIFE
Fleet (Main)
- Crude Oil Tankers	20 years
- Product Tankers *	23 years
- Dry Bulk Carriers *	23 years
- Gas Carriers *	27 years
- Speed Boats	13 years
Fleet (Component)
- Grabs *	10 years
- Dry Dock *	Period from survey certificate date till the estimated date for next special survey
Leasehold Land	Lease period
Ownership Flats and Buildings	60 years
Furniture & Fixtures, Office Equipment *	5 years
Computers
- Servers and Networks	6 years
- End User Devices	3 years
Vehicles *	4 years
Mobiles *	2 years
Plant and Equipment *	10 years
Leasehold improvements	Lease period

* For these class of assets, based on internal technical assessment and past experience, the Management believes that the useful lives as given above, best represent the period over which the Management expects the use of the assets. The useful lives of these assets are different from the useful lives as prescribed under Part C of Schedule II to the Companies Act, 2013.

Derecognition :

An item of property, plant and equipment is derecognised upon disposal or when no future economic benefits are expected to arise from the continued use of the asset. Any gain or loss arising on the disposal or retirement of an item of property, plant and equipment is determined as the difference between the sales proceeds and the carrying amount of the asset and is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(f) Intangible Assets :

Amortisation :

INTANGIBLE ASSETS :	ESTIMATED USEFUL LIFE
Software	5 years

(g) Asset classified as held for sale :

Assets classified as held for sale are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell.

(h) Impairment :

The carrying amounts of the Company''s Property, plant and equipment and intangible assets are reviewed at the end of each reporting period to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset''s recoverable amounts are estimated in order to determine the extent of impairment loss, if any. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset or its cash generating unit (CGU) exceeds its recoverable amount. The impairment loss, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which impairment takes place.

(i) Investments in subsidiaries :

Non-Current Investments in equity shares in subsidiaries are carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses, if any. Where an indication of impairment exists, the carrying amount of the investment is assessed and written down to its recoverable amount. On disposal of investments in subsidiaries, the difference between net disposal proceeds and the carrying amounts are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. Non-current Investment in Preference Shares of subsidiary is measured at amortised cost as it is held within a business model whose objective is to hold this investment in order to collect the contractual cash flows and the contractual cash flows are solely payment of principal and interest on the principal amount outstanding.

(j) Inventories :

Inventories of fuel oil (includes returnable fuel oil from charterer as per terms of the time charter agreement), stores and spares at warehouse are carried at lower of cost and net realisable value. Stores and spares delivered on board the vessels are charged to Statement of Profit and Loss. Cost is ascertained on first-in-first-out basis. Net realisable value represents the estimated selling price for inventories less all costs necessary to make the sale or expected amount to be realised from use as estimated by the management, as applicable.

(k) Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs include interest, ancillary cost incurred in connection with the arrangement of borrowings and exchange differences arising from foreign currency borrowings availed on or after April 1,2016, to the extent they are regarded as an adjustment to the interest cost. Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition/construction of the qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset, upto the date of acquisition/completion of construction. Other borrowing costs are recognised in profit and loss in the period in which they are incurred.

(l) Revenue Recognition :

Revenue is recognised upon transfer of control of promised services to customers at an amount that reflects the consideration which the Company expects to receive in exchange for those services.

The Company earns revenue from time and voyage charter.

Time Charter hire earnings are accrued on time proportion basis except where the charter party agreements have not been renewed/finalised, in which case it is recognised on provisional basis.

Demurrage revenue is recognised as the performance obligations under the contract is satisfied.

There is no significant financing component in any transaction.

(m) Expenses :

(i) Fuel oil is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on consumption basis.

(ii) Stores and spares delivered on board the ships are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(n) Leases :

Company as a Lessee

At the date of commencement of the lease, the Company recognises a right-of-use asset ("ROUâ) and a corresponding lease liability for all lease arrangements in which it is a lessee, except for leases with a term of twelve months or less (short-term leases) and low value leases. For these short-term and low value leases, the Company recognises the lease payments as an operating expense on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease.

The lease liability is initially measured at amortised cost at the present value of the future lease payments. The lease payments are discounted using the interest rate implicit in the lease or, if not readily determinable, using the incremental borrowing rates in the country of domicile of the leases. Lease liabilities are remeasured with a corresponding adjustment to the related right of use assets if the Company changes its assessment of either exercising an extension or a termination option.

Lease liability and ROU asset have been separately presented in the Balance Sheet and lease payments have been classified as financing cash flows. Company as a Lessor

Based on the aforementioned assessment, the time charter contracts for vessels of the Company contain operating lease component for the purpose of Ind AS 116, Leases - Refer Note 33.

(o) Employee Benefits :

(i) Short-Term Employee Benefits :

(ii) Post-Employment Benefits :

(a) Defined Contribution Plan

(b) Defined Benefit Plan

(iii) Other Long-Term Benefits

Long-term compensated absences are provided for on the basis of an actuarial valuation, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

(p) Foreign Exchange Transactions :

(i) Items included in the financial statements of the Company are measured using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the entity operates (''the functional currency''). The financial statements are presented in ''Indian Rupees'' (INR), which is also the Company''s functional currency.

(ii) The transactions in currencies other than the entity''s functional currency (foreign currencies) are recorded at the rate of exchange that approximates the actual rate at the date of transaction. Non-monetary items, which are measured in terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency, remaining unsettled at the year end are translated at closing rates. The difference in translation of long term monetary assets acquired and liabilities incurred prior to April 1,2016 and gains and losses on foreign currency transactions relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and depreciated over the balance life of the asset; and in other cases, accumulated in a Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account and amortised over the balance period of such long term asset/liability, by recognition as income or expense but not beyond March 31,2020. The difference in translation of all other monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on other foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(q) Financial Instruments :

Initial Recognition :

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when a Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments. Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value, except for trade receivables which are initially measured at transaction price. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities (other than financial assets and financial liabilities at fair value through Profit or Loss) are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value through Profit or Loss are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Subsequent measurement :

Financial Assets :

Cash and Cash Equivalents :

Debt Instruments :

Debt instruments are initially measured at amortised cost, fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (''FVOCI'') or fair value through Profit or Loss (''FVTPL'') till derecognition on the basis of (i) the entity''s business model for managing the financial assets and (ii) the contractual cash flow characteristics of the financial asset.

(a) Measured at Amortised Cost :

Financial assets that are held within a business model whose objective is to hold financial assets in order to collect contractual cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest, are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate (''EIR'') method less impairment, if any. The amortisation using EIR and loss arising from impairment, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(b) Measured at Fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (FVTOCI) :

(c) Measured at Fair value through Profit or Loss (FVTPL) :

Impairment of Financial Assets :

Expected credit losses (ECL) are recognised for all financial assets subsequent to initial recognition other than financials assets in FVTPL category. The Company''s trade receivables do not contain significant financing component and loss allowance on trade receivables is measured at an amount equal to lifetime expected losses i.e. expected cash shortfall. The impairment losses and reversals are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

ECL impairment loss allowance recognised during the period is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Derecognition of Financial Assets :

Financial liabilities and Equity Instruments :

Classification as Debt or Equity :

Equity Instruments :

Financial Liabilities :

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method or at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities are classified as at FVTPL when the financial liability is held for trading or it is designated as at FVTPL.

liability''s credit risk in other comprehensive income would create or enlarge an accounting mismatch in profit or loss. The remaining amount of change in the fair value of liability is recognised in profit or loss. Changes in fair value attributable to a financial liability''s credit risk that are recognised in other comprehensive income are not subsequently reclassified to profit or loss; instead, they are transferred to retained earnings upon derecognition of the financial liability.

Derecognition of Financial Liabilities :

The Company derecognises financial liabilities when, and only when, the Company''s obligations are discharged, cancelled or have expired. A substantial modification of the terms of an existing financial liability (whether or not attributable to the financial difficulty of the debtor) is accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability. The difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability derecognised and the consideration paid and payable is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Offsetting Financial Instruments :

Derivative Financial Instruments :

Embedded Derivatives :

Hedge Accounting :

The Company designates certain hedging instruments, which include derivatives and non-derivatives in respect of foreign currency risk, as either fair value hedges or cash flow hedges.

Fair Value Hedges :

Cash Flow Hedges :

Amounts previously recognised in Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated in equity (relating to effective portion as described above) are reclassified to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the periods when the hedged item affects profit or loss, in the same line as the recognised hedged item. However, when the hedged forecast transaction results in the recognition of a non-financial asset or a non-financial liability, such gains and losses are transferred from equity (but not as a reclassification adjustment) and included in the initial measurement of the cost of the non-financial asset or non-financial liability.

(r) Taxation :

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are offset to the extent that they relate to taxes levied by the same tax authority and there are legally enforceable rights to set off current tax assets and current tax liabilities within that jurisdiction. Deferred tax assets include Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws which is likely to give future economic benefits in the form of availability of set off against future income tax liability.

(s) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the consideration required to settle the present obligation at the Balance Sheet date. Where the time value of money is material, provisions are measured on a discounted basis.

Contingent liabilities are not recognised but disclosed unless the probability of an outflow of resources is remote. Contingent assets are disclosed where inflow of economic benefits is probable.

(t) Earnings per share :

(u) Government Grants :

Government grants are not recognised until there is a reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with the conditions attached to them and that the grants will be received. Government grants are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss on a systematic basis over the periods in which the Company recognises as expenses the related costs for which the grants are intended to compensate. Government grants used to acquire non-current asset are recognised as deferred revenue in the Balance Sheet and transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss on a systematic basis over the useful lives of the related assets.

Applicability of new and revised Ind AS :

New and amended standards adopted by the Company

Ministry of Corporate Affairs ("MCAâ) notifies new standards or amendments to the existing standards under Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules as issued from time to time. On March 23, 2022, MCA amended the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2022, as below.

Ind AS 16 - Property Plant and equipment - The amendment clarifies that excess of net sale proceeds of items produced over the cost of testing, if any, shall not be recognised in the profit or loss but deducted from the directly attributable costs considered as part of cost of an item of property, plant, and equipment. The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after April 1, 2022.

Ind AS 37 - Provisions, Contingent Liabilities and Contingent Assets - The amendment specifies that the ''cost of fulfilling'' a contract comprises the ''costs that relate directly to the contract''. Costs that relate directly to a contract can either be incremental costs of fulfilling that contract (examples would be direct labour, materials) or an allocation of other costs that relate directly to fulfilling contracts (an example would be the allocation of the depreciation charge for an item of property, plant and equipment used in fulfilling the contract). The effective date for adoption of this amendment is annual periods beginning on or after April 1, 2022, although early adoption is permitted.

The amendments listed above did not have any impact on the amounts recognised in prior periods and are not expected to significantly affect the current or future periods.

Mar 31, 2018

a) Statement of compliance:

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS) prescribed under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 (the Act) read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards), Rules, 2015 and Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2016.

b) Basis of preparation and presentation :

The financial statements have been prepared on the historical cost basis except for certain financial instruments that are measured at fair values at the end of the reporting period.

c) Use of Estimates :

Key sources of estimation of uncertainty at the date of the financial statements, which may cause a material adjustment to the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities within the next financial year, are in respect of impairment of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets, useful lives of property, plant and equipment, provision and contingent liabilities.

Impairment of Property, plant and equipment :

Determining whether a ship is impaired requires an estimation of value in use and fair value less cost of disposal. The key estimates made in the value in use calculation are those regarding discount rates, revenue and operating profit growth rates. The discount rate is estimated using pre-tax rates that reflects current market assessments of the time value of money. The fair values are estimated based on valuations provided by independent valuers considering latest transactions of similar assets.

Useful lives of Property, plant and equipment :

Useful lives of property, plant and equipment are reviewed at each year end based on the best available information. The lives are based on historical experience with similar assets as well as anticipation of future events.

Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

The Company is a party to certain legal disputes, the outcomes of which cannot be assessed with a high degree of certainty. A provision is recognised where, based on the legal views and advice, it is considered probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle a present obligation that can be measured reliably. Contingent liabilities are disclosed in Note 35 unless the possibility of a loss arising is considered remote. Management applies its judgement in determining whether or not a provision or contingent liability should be recorded.

d) Property, plant and equipment :

Property, plant & equipment (PPE) are stated at acquisition cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes expenses related to acquisition, installation of the concerned assets and any attributable cost of bringing the asset to the condition of its intended use. Borrowing costs attributable to the acquisition or construction of a qualifying asset is also capitalised as part of the cost of the asset.

e) Intangible Assets :

f) Non-current asset held for sale :

An item of Property, plant and equipment is classified as non-current asset held for sale at the time when the Management is committed to sell / dispose off the asset as per Memorandum of Agreement entered into and the asset is expected to be sold / disposed off within one year from the date of classification.

Non-current assets classified as held for sale are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell.

g) Investments in subsidiaries :

Non-current Investments in Preference Shares in subsidiaries are valued using effective interest rate method.

h) Inventories :

Inventories of fuel oil are carried at lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost is ascertained on first-in-first out basis. The cost includes all costs of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition. Net realisable value represents the estimated selling price for inventories less all costs necessary to make the sale.

i) Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs include interest, ancillary cost incurred in connection with the arrangement of borrowings and exchange differences arising from foreign currency borrowings availed on or after April 1, 2016, to the extent they are regarded as an adjustment to the interest cost. Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition/construction of the qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset, upto the date of acquisition/completion of construction. Other borrowing costs are recognised in the period in which they occur except for transaction costs which are amortised over the period of the loan.

j) Revenue Recognition :

Income from services : In case of completed voyages, freight and demurrage earnings are recognised fully and in case of incomplete voyages, freight earnings are recognised prorata on the basis of direct operating expenses incurred as compared to total estimated direct operating expenses for the voyage. Charter hire earnings are accrued on time proportion basis except where the charter party agreements have not been renewed/finalised, in which case it is recognised on provisional basis.

Interest : Interest income from a financial asset is recognised when it is probable that the economic benefits will flow to the Company and the amount of income can be measured reliably. Interest income is accrued on a time basis, by reference to the principal outstanding and using the effective interest method.

Dividends : Dividend income is recognised when the Companyâs right to receive dividend is established.

k) Operating Expenses :

i) Fleet direct operating expenses are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on accrual basis.

ii) Bunker consumption cost, which is part of direct operating expenses, is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on consumption.

iii) Stores and spares delivered on board the ships are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

iv) Expenses on account of general average claims / damages to ships are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the year in which they are incurred. Claims against the underwriters are accounted for on acceptance of average adjustment by the adjustors.

l) Operating Lease :

Lease arrangements where the risks and rewards incidental to ownership of an asset vests with the lessor, are recognised as operating lease. Operating lease payments are recognised on a straight line basis over the lease term in the Statement of Profit and Loss, unless the lease agreement explicitly provides for future increase to compensate general inflation.

m) Employee Benefits :

i) Short-Term Employee Benefits :

ii) Post Employment Benefits :

a) Defined Contribution Plan

Employee benefits in the form of Superannuation Fund, Provident Fund and other Seamenâs Welfare Contributions are considered as defined contribution plans and the contributions are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss for the period when the contributions to the respective funds are due.

b) Defined Benefit Plan

Retirement benefits in the form of Gratuity and Pension plan for eligible Whole-time Directors are considered as defined benefit obligations and are provided for on the basis of actuarial valuations, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

c) Other Long-Term Benefits

Long-term compensated absences are provided for on the basis of an actuarial valuation, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

Actuarial gain / loss, comprising of experience adjustments and the effects of changes in actuarial assumptions is recognised in the Statement of Other Comprehensive Income except for Long-term compensated absences where the same is immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

n) Depreciation on Property, Plant and Equipment and Amortisation of Intangible Asset :

i) Depreciation or amortisation is provided on Straight Line Method basis so as to write off the original cost of the asset less its estimated residual value over the estimated useful lives. The estimated useful lives of the assets are as under :

ii) Estimated useful lives of the Fleet and Ownership Flats and Buildings are considered from the year of built. Estimated useful lives in case of all other assets are considered from the date of acquisition by the Company.

iii) Residual value in case of Fleet is estimated initially as amount equal to product of long tonnes and estimated scrap value per long tonne based on previous ten years moving average of scrap rates.

iv) The estimated useful lives and residual values are reviewed at the end of each reporting period, with the effect of any changes in estimate being accounted for on a prospective basis.

v) During the year, the Company determined that the useful life of product tankers should be lengthened based on historical experience and industry practice. Accordingly the useful life of Product Tankers has been revised from 20 years to 23 years.

o) Asset Impairment :

The carrying amounts of the Companyâs property plant and equipment are reviewed annually or more frequently to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the assetâs recoverable amounts are estimated in order to determine the extent of impairment loss, if any. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The impairment loss, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which impairment takes place.

Recoverable amount is higher of an assetâs net selling price and its value in use. Value in use is the present value of estimated future cash flows expected to arise from the continuing use of an asset and from its disposal at the end of its useful life.

p) Foreign Exchange Transactions :

The transactions in currencies other than the entityâs functional currency (foreign currencies) are recorded at standard exchange rates determined monthly. Non-monetary items, which are measured in terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency, remaining unsettled at the year end are translated at closing rates. The difference in translation of long term monetary assets acquired and liabilities incurred prior to April 1, 2016 and realised gains and losses on foreign currency transactions relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and depreciated over the balance life of the asset; and in other cases, accumulated in a Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account and amortised over the balance period of such long term asset / liability, by recognition as income or expense but not beyond March 31, 2020. The difference in translation of all other monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on other foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

q) Financial Instruments :

Initial Recognition

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognised when a Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities (other than financial assets and financial liabilities at fair value through Profit or Loss) are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value through Profit or Loss are recognised immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Subsequent measurement Financial Assets

Cash and Cash Equivalents :

Trade Receivables and Loans :

These assets are held at amortised cost, using the effective interest rate (EIR) method net of any expected credit losses. The EIR is the rate that discounts estimated future cash income through the expected life of financial instrument.

Debt Instruments :

Debt instruments are initially measured at amortised cost, fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (âFVOCIâ) or fair value through Profit or Loss (âFVTPLâ) till derecognition on the basis of (i) the entityâs business model for managing the financial assets and (ii) the contractual cash flow characteristics of the financial asset.

a) Measured at amortised cost :

Financial assets that are held within a business model whose objective is to hold financial assets in order to collect contractual cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest, are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest rate (âEIRâ) method less impairment, if any. The amortisation using EIR and loss arising from impairment, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

b) Measured at fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (FVOCI) :

Financial assets that are held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both, selling financial assets and collecting contractual cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest, are subsequently measured at fair value through Other Comprehensive Income. Fair value movements are recognised in the Other Comprehensive Income (OCI). Interest income measured using the EIR method and impairment losses, if any are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. On derecognition, cumulative gain or loss previously recognised in OCI is reclassified from the equity to âother incomeâ in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

c) Measured at fair value through Profit or Loss (FVTPL) :

A financial asset not classified as either amortised cost or FVOCI, is classified as FVTPL. Such financial assets are measured at fair value with all changes in fair value, including interest income and dividend income if any, recognised as âother incomeâ in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Impairment of financial assets

Expected credit losses are recognised for all financial assets subsequent to initial recognition other than financials assets in FVTPL category. The Companyâs trade receivables do not contain significant financing component and loss allowance on trade receivables is measured at an amount equal to life time expected losses i.e. expected cash shortfall. The impairment losses and reversals are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Derecognition of financial assets

Financial liabilities and equity instruments Classification as debt or equity

Equity instruments

Financial liabilities

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortised cost using the effective interest method or at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities are classified as at FVTPL when the financial liability is held for trading or it is designated as at FVTPL.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

Offsetting financial instruments

Derivative financial instruments

Embedded derivatives

Derivatives embedded in non-derivative host contracts that are not financial assets within the scope of Ind AS 109 are treated as separate derivatives when their risks and characteristics are not closely related to those of the host contracts and the host contracts are not measured at FVTPL.

Hedge accounting

The Company designates certain hedging instruments, which include derivatives and non-derivatives in respect of foreign currency risk, as either fair value hedges or cash flow hedges.

At the inception of the hedge relationship, the entity documents the relationship between the hedging instrument and the hedged item, along with its risk management objectives and its strategy for undertaking various hedge transactions. Furthermore, at the inception of the hedge and on an ongoing basis, the Company documents whether the hedging instrument is highly effective in offsetting changes in fair values or cash flows of the hedged item attributable to the hedged risk. Note 36 sets out details of the fair values of the derivative instruments used for hedging purposes.

Fair value hedges

Cash flow hedges

Amounts previously recognised in Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated in equity (relating to effective portion as described above) are reclassified to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the periods when the hedged item affects profit or loss, in the same line as the recognised hedged item. However, when the hedged forecast transaction results in the recognition of a non-financial asset or a non-financial liability, such gains and losses are transferred from equity (but not as a reclassification adjustment) and included in the initial measurement of the cost of the non-financial asset or non-financial liability.

r) Taxation :

Tax expense for the year comprises current and deferred tax. The tax currently payable is based on taxable profit for the year. The Companyâs liability for current tax is calculated using tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantively enacted by the end of the reporting period.

Deferred tax is the tax expected to be payable or recoverable on differences between the carrying values of assets and liabilities in the financial statements and the corresponding tax bases used in the computation of taxable profit and is accounted for using the balance sheet liability method. Deferred tax liabilities are generally recognised for all taxable temporary differences. In contrast, deferred tax assets are only recognised to the extent that it is probable that future taxable profits will be available against which the temporary differences can be utilised.

The carrying value of deferred tax assets is reviewed at the end of each reporting period and reduced to the extent that it is no longer probable that sufficient taxable profits will be available to allow all or part of the asset to be recovered.

Deferred tax is calculated at the tax rates that are expected to apply in the period when the liability is settled or the asset is realised based on the tax rates and tax laws that have been enacted or substantially enacted by the end of the reporting period. The measurement of deferred tax liabilities and assets reflects the tax consequences that would follow from the manner in which the Company expects, at the end of the reporting period, to cover or settle the carrying value of its assets and liabilities.

Current and deferred tax are recognised as an expense or income in the statement of profit and loss, except when they relate to items credited or debited either in other comprehensive income or directly in equity, in which case the tax is also recognised in other comprehensive income or directly in equity.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income-tax during the specified period.

s) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

Provisions are recognised when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the present obligation at the Balance Sheet date. Where the time value of money is material, provisions are measured on a discounted basis.

Contingent liabilities are not recognised but disclosed unless the probability of an outflow of resources is remote. Contingent assets are disclosed where inflow of economic benefits is probable.

t) Earnings per share :

u) Government Grants :

Applicability of new and revised Ind AS: Amendments to Ind AS that are notified and adopted by the Company

As per Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) (Amendment) Rules, 2017 dated March 17, 2017, Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has notified amendments to two new standards namely Ind AS 102 Share-based Payment and Ind AS 7 Statement of Cash Flows which have become effective from April 1, 2017.

There are no share based payment transactions and hence Ind AS 102 is not applicable to the Company.

Further, amendment to Ind AS 7 pertains to additional disclosure requirement such as âAn entity will be required to provide disclosures that enable users of financial statements to evaluate changes in liabilities arising from financing activities, including both changes arising from cash flows and non-cash changes.â Relevant disclosures in this regard has been provided in Statement of Cash Flow.

New standards issued but not yet effective

MCA on March 28, 2018 notified the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2018 (the âRulesâ). The Rules notify the new revenue standard Ind AS 115, Revenue from Contracts with Customers and also bring in amendment to existing Ind AS. The Rules shall be effective from reporting periods beginning on or after April 1, 2018.

New revenue standard Ind AS 115 supersedes the existing standards Ind AS 18 - Revenue and Ind AS 11 - Construction Contracts. The new standard provides a control-based revenue recognition model and provides a five step application principle to be followed for revenue recognition:

i. Identification of the contracts with the customer

ii. Identification of the performance obligations in the contract

iii. Determination of the transaction price

iv. Allocation of transaction price to the performance obligations in the contract (identified in step ii)

v. Recognition of revenue when the Company satisfies a performance obligation.

Appendix B, Foreign Currency Transactions and Advance Considerations to Ind AS 21, The Effects of Changes in Foreign Exchange Rates has been notified. The appendix clarifies that the date of the transaction, for the purpose of determining the exchange rate to use on initial recognition of the asset, expense or income, should be the date on which an entity has received or paid an advance consideration in a foreign currency.

The management is currently evaluating the impact of the aforesaid amendments on the Companyâs financial information.

Mar 31, 2017

NOTE 1 : CORPORATE INFORMATION

The Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd. (the Company) is a public limited company registered in India under the provisions of the Companies Act, 1913. Its shares are listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange and the National Stock Exchange of India and on the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. The Company is a major player in the Indian Shipping industry.

NOTE 2 : SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES

a) Basis of Preparation :

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles in India under the historical cost convention (except for certain financial instruments that are measured at fair values at the end of each reporting period) on accrual basis to comply in all material aspects with the Indian Accounting Standards (hereinafter referred to as the ''Ind AS'') as notified by Ministry of Corporate Affairs pursuant to section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013 read with Rule 3 of the Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Rules, 2015 and Companies (Indian Accounting Standards) Amendment Rules, 2016.

The Company prepared its financial statements up to the year ended March 31, 2016 in accordance with the requirements of previous GAAP, which includes Standards notified under the Companies (Accounting Standards) Rules, 2006. These are the Company''s first Ind AS financial statements. The date of transition to Ind AS is April 1, 2015. The financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2016 and the opening Balance Sheet as at April 1, 2015 have been restated in accordance with Ind AS for comparative information. The details of First-time adoption exemptions availed by the Company are given in Note 3. Reconciliations and explanations of the effect of the transition from Previous GAAP to Ind AS on the Company''s Equity, Total Comprehensive Income and Statement of Cash Flows are provided in Note 3.

The financial statements have been prepared on accrual and going concern basis. The accounting policies are applied consistently to all the periods presented in the financial statements, including the preparation of the opening Ind AS Balance Sheet as at April 1, 2015 being the ''date of transition to Ind AS''. All assets and liabilities have been classified as Current and Non-Current as per the Company''s normal operating cycle and other criteria set out in Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013. Based on the nature of services rendered and the time between the rendering of the services and their realization in cash and cash equivalent, the Company has ascertained its operating cycle as twelve months for the purpose of Current and Non-Current classification of assets and liabilities.

The financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2017 were approved by the Board of Directors and authorized for issue on May 5, 2017.

b) Basis of Measurement :

These financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention unless otherwise indicated.

c) Use of Estimates :

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with the recognition and measurement principles of Ind AS requires management of the Company to make judgments, estimates and assumptions that affect the application of accounting policies and the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosures of contingent assets and contingent liabilities as at the date of financial statements and the reported amounts of income and expenses during the period. Actual results may differ from these estimates. Estimates and underlying assumptions are reviewed on an ongoing basis. Revisions to accounting estimates are recognized in the period in which the estimates are revised and in future periods which are affected.

Impairment of property, plant and equipment :

The Company reviews the carrying value of property, plant and equipment annually or more frequently when there is indication of impairment. If the recoverable amount is less than its carrying amount, the impairment loss is accounted for.

Useful lives of property, plant and equipment :

The Company reviews the useful life of property, plant and equipment at the end of each reporting period. This assessment may result in change in depreciation expense in future periods.

Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

A provision is recognized when the Company has a present obligation as a result of past events and it is probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation, in respect of which a reliable estimate can be made. Provisions other than retirement benefits and compensated absences are not discounted to its present value and are determined based on best estimate required to settle the obligation at the balance sheet date. These are reviewed at each balance sheet date and adjusted to reflect the current best estimates. Contingent liabilities are not recognized in the financial statements.

d) Property, plant and equipment :

Property, plant and equipment (PPE) are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Cost includes expenses related to acquisition and installation of the concerned assets, borrowing costs during construction period (net off capital subsidy / grant received) and excludes any duties / taxes recoverable.

Advances paid towards the acquisition of PPE outstanding at each reporting date is classified as capital advances under Other Non-Current Assets and the cost of assets not put to use before such date are disclosed under capital work in progress.

Subsequent expenditure relating to PPE are capitalized only when it is probable that future economic benefits associated with these will flow to the Company and the cost of the item can be measured reliably. All other expenses on maintaining property, plant and equipment, including day to day repair and maintenance expenditure and cost of replacing parts, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss for the period during which such expenses are incurred except for dry dock expenditure.

Grabs and Dry docks are considered as components of Fleet with estimated useful lives different than the main component of Fleet. Cost relating to Dry dock which is mandatorily required to be carried out as per the Classification Rules and Regulations is recognized in the carrying amount of the Ship and is amortized from the completion of survey till the estimated date for next special survey.

Losses arising from the retirement of, and gains or losses arising from disposal of property, plant and equipment are recognized in the Statement of Profit And Loss.

Exchange differences on repayment and year end translation of foreign currency loans availed upto March 31, 2016 and fair value gains or losses on qualifying cash flow hedges that are transferred from Hedging Reserve relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are adjusted to the carrying cost of the assets.

e) Intangible Assets :

Intangible assets are stated at acquisition cost less accumulated amortization and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Intangible assets are amortized on a straight line basis over the estimated useful lives.

f) Non-current asset held for sale :

Non-current assets classified as held for sale are measured at the lower of their carrying amount and fair value less costs to sell.

g) Investments in subsidiaries :

Non-current Investments in equity shares in subsidiaries are carried at cost less accumulated impairment losses, if any. Where an indication of impairment exists, the carrying amount of the investment is assessed and written down immediately to its recoverable amount. On disposal of investments in subsidiaries, the difference between net disposal proceeds and the carrying amounts are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Non-current Investments in Preference Shares in subsidiaries are valued using effective interest rate method.

h) Inventories :

Inventories of fuel oil are carried at lower of cost and net realizable value. Cost is ascertained on firstâinâfirst out basis. The cost includes all costs of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition.

i) Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs include interest, ancillary cost incurred in connection with the arrangement of borrowings and exchange differences arising from foreign currency borrowings availed on or after April 1, 2016, to the extent they are regarded as an adjustment to the interest cost. Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition / construction of the qualifying assets are capitalized as part of the cost of the asset, up to the date of acquisition/completion of construction. Other borrowing costs are recognized in the period in which they occur except for transaction costs which are amortized over the period of the loan.

j) Revenue Recognition :

Income from services : In case of completed voyages, freight and demurrage earnings are recognized fully and in case of incomplete voyages, freight and demurrage earnings are recognized prorata on the basis of direct operating expenses incurred as compared to total estimated direct operating expenses for the voyage. Charter hire earnings are accrued on time proportion basis except where the charter party agreements have not been renewed / finalized, in which case it is recognized on provisional basis.

Interest : Interest income is recognized on a time proportion basis taking into account the principal amount outstanding and the applicable effective interest rate.

Dividends : Dividend income is recognized when the Company''s right to receive dividend is established.

k) Operating Expenses :

i) Fleet direct operating expenses are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on accrual basis.

ii) Bunker consumption cost, which is part of direct operating expenses, is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on consumption.

iii) Stores and spares delivered on board the ships are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

iv) Expenses on account of general average claims / damages to ships are written off in the year in which they are incurred. Claims against the underwriters are accounted for on acceptance of average adjustment by the adjustors.

l) Employee Benefits :

(i) Short-Term Employee Benefits :

All employee benefits payable wholly within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short-term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, performance incentives, etc., are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the employee renders the related service.

(ii) Post Employment Benefits :

Liability is provided for retirement benefits of Provident Fund, Superannuation, Gratuity and Leave Encashment in respect of all eligible employees and for pension benefit to Whole-time Directors of the Company.

a) Defined Contribution Plan

Employee benefits in the form of Superannuation Fund, Provident Fund and other Seamen''s Welfare Contributions are considered as defined contribution plans and the contributions are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss of the period when the contributions to the respective funds are due.

b) Defined Benefit Plan

Retirement benefits in the form of Gratuity and Pension plan for Whole-time Directors are considered as defined benefit obligations and are provided for on the basis of actuarial valuations, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

c) Other Long-Term Benefits

Long-term compensated absences are provided for on the basis of an actuarial valuation, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

Actuarial gain / loss, comprising of experience adjustments and the effects of changes in actuarial assumptions is recognized in the Statement of Other Comprehensive Income except for Long-term compensated absences where the same is immediately recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

m) Depreciation on Property, Plant and Equipment and Amortization of Intangible Asset :

(i) Depreciation or amortization is provided on Straight Line Method basis so as to write off the original cost of the asset less its estimated residual value over the estimated useful life. The estimated useful life of the assets are as under :

(iii)Residual value in case of Fleet is estimated initially as amount equal to product of long tonnes and estimated scrap value per long tonne based on previous ten years moving average of scrap rates. In case of other assets, the residual value, being negligible, has been considered as NIL.

(iv)The estimated useful lives and residual values are reviewed at the end of each reporting period, with the effect of any changes in estimate being accounted for on a prospective basis.

n) Asset Impairment :

The carrying amounts of the Company''s property plant and equipment are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset''s recoverable amounts are estimated in order to determine the extent of impairment loss, if any. An impairment loss is recognized whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The impairment loss, if any, is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which impairment takes place. Recoverable amount is higher of an asset''s net selling price and its value in use. Value in use is the present value of estimated future cash flows expected to arise from the continuing use of an asset and from its disposal at the end of its useful life.

Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, however subject to the increased carrying amount not exceeding the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of amortization or depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognized for the asset in prior accounting periods.

o) Foreign Exchange Transactions :

(i) Items included in the financial statements of the Company are recorded using the currency of the primary economic environment in which the Company operates (the ''functional currency''). The financial statements are presented in INR, the functional currency of the Company.

(ii) Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at standard exchange rates determined monthly. Non monetary items, which are measured in terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency, remaining unsettled at the year end are translated at closing rates. The difference in translation of long term monetary assets acquired and liabilities incurred prior to April 1, 2016 and realized gains and losses on foreign currency transactions relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and depreciated over the balance life of the asset; and in other cases, accumulated in a Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account and amortized over the balance period of such long term asset / liability, by recognition as income or expense but not beyond March 31, 2020. The difference in translation of all other monetary assets and liabilities and realized gains and losses on other foreign currency transactions are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

p) Financial Instruments :

Initial Recognition

Financial assets and financial liabilities are recognized when a Company becomes a party to the contractual provisions of the instruments.

Financial assets and financial liabilities are initially measured at fair value. Transaction costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition or issue of financial assets and financial liabilities (other than financial assets and financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss) are added to or deducted from the fair value of the financial assets or financial liabilities, as appropriate, on initial recognition. Transaction costs directly attributable to the acquisition of financial assets or financial liabilities at fair value through profit or loss are recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Subsequent measurement Financial Assets

All recognized financial assets are subsequently measured in their entirety at either amortized cost or fair value through Profit or Loss (FVTPL) or fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (FVOCI), depending on the classification of the financial assets. The purchase and sale of financial assets are accounted for at trade date.

Cash and Cash Equivalents :

Fixed deposit having residual maturity up to twelve months from the reporting period is considered as part of bank balances other than cash and cash equivalent. Fixed deposit with residual maturity more than twelve months from reporting period is classified under other non current assets.

Trade Receivables and Loans :

These assets are held at amortized cost, using the effective interest rate (EIR) method net of any expected credit losses. The EIR is the rate that discounts estimated future cash income through the expected life of financial instrument.

a) Measured at amortized cost :

Financial assets that are held within a business model whose objective is to hold financial assets in order to collect contractual cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest, are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest rate (''EIR'') method less impairment, if any. The amortization using EIR and loss arising from impairment, if any is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

b) Measured at fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (FVOCI) :

Financial assets that are held within a business model whose objective is achieved by both, selling financial assets and collecting contractual cash flows that are solely payments of principal and interest, are subsequently measured at fair value through Other Comprehensive Income. Fair value movements are recognized in the Other Comprehensive Income (OCI). Interest income measured using the EIR method and impairment losses, if any are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss. On derecognition, cumulative gain or loss previously recognized in OCI is reclassified from the equity to ''other income'' in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

c) Measured at fair value through Profit or Loss (FVTPL) :

A financial asset not classified as either amortized cost or FVOCI, is classified as FVTPL. Such financial assets are measured at fair value with all changes in fair value, including interest income and dividend income if any, recognized as ''Other Income'' in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Debt Instruments :

Debt instruments are initially measured at amortized cost, fair value through Other Comprehensive Income (''FVOCI'') or fair value through Profit or Loss (''FVTPL'') till derecognition on the basis of (i) the entity''s business model for managing the financial assets and (ii) the contractual cash flow characteristics of the financial asset.

Equity Instruments :

All investments in equity instruments classified under financial assets are initially measured at fair value, the Company may, on initial recognition, irrevocably elect to measure the same either at FVOCI or FVTPL.

The Company makes such election on an instrument-by-instrument basis. Fair value changes on an equity instrument is recognized as Other Income in the Statement of Profit and Loss unless the Company has elected to measure such instrument at FVOCI. Fair value changes excluding dividends, on an equity instrument measured at FVOCI are recognized in OCI. Amounts recognized in OCI are not subsequently reclassified to the Statement of Profit and Loss. Dividend income on the investments in equity instruments are recognized as ''Other Income'' in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Impairment of financial assets

Expected credit losses are recognized for all financial assets subsequent to initial recognition other than financials assets in FVTPL category. The Company''s trade receivables do not contain significant financing component and loss allowance on trade receivables is measured at an amount equal to life time expected losses i.e. expected cash shortfall. The impairment losses and reversals are recognised in Statement of Profit and Loss.

Derecognition of financial assets

Financial liabilities

All financial liabilities are subsequently measured at amortized cost using the effective interest method or at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities are classified as at FVTPL when the financial liability is held for trading or it is designated as at FVTPL.

Financial liabilities that are not held-for-trading and are not designated as at FVTPL are measured at amortized cost at the end of subsequent accounting periods. The carrying amounts of financial liabilities that are subsequently measured at amortized cost are determined based on the effective interest method. Interest expense that is not capitalized as part of costs of an asset is included in ''Finance Costs''.

The effective interest method is a method of calculating the amortized cost of a financial liability and of allocating interest expense over the relevant period. The effective interest rate is the rate that exactly discounts estimated future cash payments (including all fees and points paid or received that form an integral part of the effective interest rate, transaction costs and other premiums or discounts) through the expected life of the financial liability, or (where appropriate) a shorter period, to the net carrying amount on initial recognition.

Derecognition of financial liabilities

The Company derecognizes financial liabilities when, and only when, the Company''s obligations are discharged, cancelled or have expired. A substantial modification of the terms of an existing financial liability (whether or not attributable to the financial difficulty of the debtor) is accounted for as an extinguishment of the original financial liability and the recognition of a new financial liability. The difference between the carrying amount of the financial liability derecognized and the consideration paid and payable is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Offsetting financial instruments

Financial assets and liabilities are offset and the net amount is reported in the balance sheet where there is a legally enforceable right to offset the recognized amounts and there is an intention to settle on a net basis or realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. The legally enforceable right must not be contingent on future events and must be enforceable in the normal course of business and in the event of default, insolvency or bankruptcy of the Company or the counterparty.

Derivative financial instruments

Derivatives are initially recognized at fair value at the date the derivative contracts are entered into and are subsequently premeasured to their fair value at the end of each reporting period. The resulting gain or loss is recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss immediately unless the derivative is designated and effective as a hedging instrument, in which event the timing of the recognition in the Statement of Profit and Loss depends on the nature of the hedging relationship and the nature of the hedged item. The gains or losses on derivative contracts related to the acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the assets and not recognized in Statement of Profit and Loss.

Embedded derivatives

Hedge accounting

The Company designates certain hedging instruments, which include derivatives and non-derivatives in respect of foreign currency risk, as either fair value hedges or cash flow hedges.

At the inception of the hedge relationship, the entity documents the relationship between the hedging instrument and the hedged item, along with its risk management objectives and its strategy for undertaking various hedge transactions. Furthermore, at the inception of the hedge and on an ongoing basis, the Company documents whether the hedging instrument is highly effective in offsetting changes in fair values or cash flows of the hedged item attributable to the hedged risk. Note 35 sets out details of the fair values of the derivative instruments used for hedging purposes.

Fair value hedges

Changes in fair value of the designated portion of derivatives that qualify as fair value hedges are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss immediately, together with any changes in the fair value of the hedged asset or liability that are attributable to the hedged risk. The change in the fair value of the designated portion of hedging instrument and the change in the hedged item attributable to the hedged risk are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the line item relating to the hedged item.

Hedge accounting is discontinued when the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated, or exercised, or when it no longer qualifies for hedge accounting. The fair value adjustment to the carrying amount of the hedged item arising from the hedged risk is amortized to the Statement of Profit and Loss from that date.

Cash flow hedges

The effective portion of changes in the fair value of derivatives that are designated and qualify as cash flow hedges is recognized in Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated under the heading of Cash Flow Hedging Reserve. The gain or loss relating to the ineffective portion is recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

Amounts previously recognized in Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated in equity (relating to effective portion as described above) are reclassified to the Statement of Profit and Loss in the periods when the hedged item affects profit or loss, in the same line as the recognized hedged item. However, when the hedged forecast transaction results in the recognition of a non-financial asset or a non-financial liability, such gains and losses are transferred from equity (but not as a reclassification adjustment) and included in the initial measurement of the cost of the non-financial asset or non-financial liability.

Hedge accounting is discontinued when the hedging instrument expires or is sold, terminated, or exercised, or when it no longer qualifies for hedge accounting. Any gain or loss recognized in Other Comprehensive Income and accumulated in equity at that time remains in equity and is recognized when the forecast transaction is ultimately recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss. When a forecast transaction is no longer expected to occur, the gain or loss accumulated in equity is recognized immediately in the Statement of Profit and Loss .

q) Taxation :

(i) Provision for current income-tax is made on the basis of the assessable income under the Income-tax Act, 1961.

(ii) Deferred income-tax is recognized on timing differences, between taxable income and accounting income which originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods only in respect of the non-tonnage activities of the Company. Deferred income tax assets are recognized to the extent it is probable that taxable profit will be available against which the deductible temporary differences and the carry forward of unused tax credits and unused tax losses can be utilized. The tax effect is calculated on the accumulated timing differences at the year end based on tax rates and laws, enacted or substantially enacted as of the Balance Sheet date. Deferred income taxes are not provided on the undistributed earnings of the subsidiaries where it is expected that the earnings of the subsidiary will not be distributed in the foreseeable future.

(iii)The Company offsets current tax assets and current tax liabilities, where it has a legally enforceable right to set off the recognized amounts and where it intends either to settle on a net basis or to realize the asset and settle the liability simultaneously. Deferred tax assets include Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) paid in accordance with the tax laws which is likely to give future economic benefits in the form of availability of set off against future income tax liability. Accordingly, MAT is recognized as deferred tax asset when the asset can be measured reliably and it is probable that the future economic benefit associated with the asset will be realized.

(iv)Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit is recognized as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income-tax during the specified period.

r) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

Provisions are recognized when the Company has a present obligation (legal or constructive) as a result of a past event, it is probable that an outflow of resources embodying economic benefits will be required to settle the obligation and a reliable estimate can be made of the amount of the obligation. Provisions are measured at the best estimate of the expenditure required to settle the present obligation at the Balance Sheet date.

Contingent liabilities are disclosed when there is a possible obligation arising from past events, the existence of which will be confirmed only by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company or a present obligation that arises from past events where it is either not probable that an outflow of resources will be required to settle the obligation or a reliable estimate of the amount cannot be made.

s) Earnings per share :

t) Government Grants :

Government grants are not recognized until there is a reasonable assurance that the Company will comply with the conditions attached to them and that the grants will be received. Government grants are recognized in the Statement of Profit and Loss on a systematic basis over the periods in which the Company recognizes as expenses the related costs for which the grants are intended to compensate. Government grants used to acquire non-current asset are recognized as deferred revenue in the Balance Sheet and transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss on a systematic basis over the useful lives of the related assets.

Mar 31, 2016

Note 1: Corporate Information

The Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd. (the Company) is a public limited company registered in India under the provisions of the Companies Act, 1913. Its shares are listed at Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange in India and at the Luxembourg Stock Exchange. The Company is a major player in the Indian Shipping industry.

(a) Basis of Preparation :

These financial statements have been prepared in accordance with the generally accepted accounting principles in India under the historical cost convention on accrual basis to comply in all material aspects with Accounting Standards specified under Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, read with Rule 7 of the Companies (Accounts) Rules, 2014 and the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013.

All assets and liabilities have been classified as Current and Non-Current as per the Company''s normal operating cycle and other criteria set out in Schedule III to the Companies Act, 2013. Based on the nature of services rendered and the time between the rendering of the services and their realisation in cash and cash equivalent, the Company has ascertained its operating cycle as twelve months for the purpose of Current and Non-Current classification of assets and liabilities.

(b) Use of Estimates:

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the period. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual result could differ from the estimates.

(c) Tangible Fixed Assets:

Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment, if any. Cost includes expenses related to acquisition and installation of the concerned assets, borrowing costs during construction period and excludes any duties/taxes recoverable and capital subsidy/grant received. Subsequent expenditure related to an item of fixed assets is added to its book value only if it increases the future benefits from the existing asset beyond its previously assessed standard of performance. All other expenses on maintaining fixed assets, including day to day repair and maintenance expenditure and cost of replacing parts, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss for the period during which such expenses are incurred. Exchange differences on repayment and year end translation of foreign currency liabilities and fair value gains or losses on qualifying cash flow hedges, that are transferred from Hedging Reserve relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are adjusted to the carrying cost of the assets.

(d) Intangible Fixed Assets:

Intangible fixed assets are stated at acquisition cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Intangible assets are amortised on a straight line basis over the estimated useful lives.

(e) Investments:

(i) Investments are classified into Current and Non-Current Investments.

(ii) Investments intended to be held for a period less than twelve months or those maturing within twelve months from the Balance Sheet date are classified as ''Current Investments''. Investments which are classified as Current investments are stated at lower of cost and net realisable value and the resultant decline, if any, is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(iii) Investments other than Current Investments are classified as''Non-Current Investments''. Non-Current Investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, in the value of each Non-Current Investment is made to recognise a decline, other than of a temporary nature.

(f) Inventories:

Inventories of fuel oil are carried at lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost is ascertained on first-in-first out basis. The cost includes all costs of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition.

(g) Incomplete Voyages:

Incomplete voyages represent freight received and direct operating expenses in respect of voyages which were not complete as at the Balance Sheet date. The freight received for incomplete voyages is shown under'' income Received in Advance ''and the direct operating expenses incurred for incomplete voyages are shown under ''Other Advances''

(h) Borrowing Costs:

Borrowing costs include interest and ancillary cost incurred in connection with the arrangement of borrowings. Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition/construction of the qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset, upto the date of acquisition/completion of construction. Other borrowing costs are recognised in the period in which they occur except for transaction costs which are amortised over the period of the loan.

(i) Revenue Recognition:

Income from services : Freight and demurrage earnings are recognised on completed voyage basis. Charter hire earnings are accrued on time basis except where the charter party agreements have not been renewed/finalised, in which case it is recognised on provisional basis.

Interest: Interest income is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the applicable interest rate.

Dividends: Dividend income is recognised when the Company''s right to receive dividend is established by the Balance Sheet date.

(j) Operating Expenses:

(i) Fleet direct operating expenses are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on completed voyage basis.

(ii) Stores and spares delivered on board the ships are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(iii) Expenses on account of general average claims/damages to ships are written off in the year in which they are incurred. Claims against the underwriters are accounted for on acceptance of average adjustment by the adjustors.

(iv) Bunker consumption cost, which is part of direct operating expenses, is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on completed voyage basis. In case, the vessel is not fixed for next voyage as on the period-end date, the consumption cost is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss as period cost from the date of previous voyage till the period-end date. If the vessel is fixed for next voyage by the period-end date, the bunker consumption cost for the period from the date of previous voyage till the period-end date is carried forward as incomplete voyage expense as per the accounting policy on "Incomplete Voyages"

(v) Dry-dock expenditure is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss to the extent of material supplied and services rendered in case of non yard expenses. Yard material and service expenses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss on completion of Dry-dock.

(k) Employee Benefits:

(i) Short-Term Employee Benefits:

All employee benefits payable wholly within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short-term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, performance incentives, etc., are recognised as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the employee renders the related service.

(ii) Post Employment Benefits:

Liability is provided for retirement benefits of Provident Fund, Superannuation, Gratuity and Leave Encashment in respect of all eligible employees and for pension benefit to Whole-time Directors of the Company.

a) Defined Contribution Plan

Employee benefits in the form of Superannuation Fund, Provident Fund and other Seamen''s Welfare Contributions are considered as defined contribution plans and the contributions are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss of the period when the contributions to the respective funds are due.

b) Defined Benefit Plan

Retirement benefits in the form of Gratuity and the Pension plan for Whole-time Directors are considered as defined benefit obligations and are provided for on the basis of actuarial valuations, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

c) Other Long-Term Benefits

Long-term compensated absences are provided for on the basis of an actuarial valuation, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

Actuarial gain/loss, comprising of experience adjustments and the effects of changes in actuarial assumptions is immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(ii) Estimated useful life of the Fleet and Ownership Flats and Buildings is considered from the year of build. Estimated useful life in case of a II other assets is considered from the date of acquisition by the Company.

(iii) Residual value in case of Fleet is estimated at an amount equal to product of long tonnes and estimated scrap value per long tonne based on previous twenty years moving average (as compared to previous ten years moving average estimated in the previous year) of scrap rates. In case of other assets the residual value, being negligible has been considered as Nil.

(iv) * For these class of assets, based on internal technical assessment and past experience, the management believes that the useful lives as given above, best represent the period over which the management expects the use of the assets. Hence, the useful lives for these assets are different from the useful lives as prescribed under Part C of Schedule II of the Companies Act, 2013.

(m) Asset Impairment:

The carrying amounts of the Company''s tangible and intangible assets are reviewed at each Balance Sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset''s recoverable amounts are estimated in order to determine the extent of impairment loss, if any. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The impairment loss, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which impairment takes place. Recoverable amount is higher of an asset''s net selling price and its value in use. Value in use is the present value of estimated future cash flows expected to arise from the continuing use of an asset and from its disposal at the end of its useful life.

Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, however subject to the increased carrying amount not exceeding the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of amortisation or depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior accounting periods.

(n) Foreign Exchange Transactions:

(i) Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at standard exchange rates determined monthly. Non monetary items, which are measured in terms of historical costs denominated in a foreign currency are reported using the exchange rate at the date of the transaction. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency, remaining unsettled at the yearend are translated at closing rates. The difference in translation of long term monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on foreign currency transactions relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and depreciated over the balance life of the asset and in other cases accumulated in a Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account and amortised over the balance period of such long term asset/liability, but not beyond March 31,2020, by recognition as income or expense. The difference in translation of all other monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on other foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(ii) Forward exchange contracts other than those entered into to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions are translated at period end exchange rates and the resultant gains and losses as well as the gains and losses on cancellation of such contracts are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss, except in case of contracts relating to the acquisition of depreciable capital assets, in which case they are added or deducted from the cost of the assets. Premium or discount on such forward exchange contracts is amortised as income or expense over the life of the contract.

(iii) Currency swaps which form an integral part of the loans are translated at closing rates and the resultant gains and losses are dealt with in the same manner as the translation differences of long term monetary assets and liabilities.

(o) Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging :

The Company enters into derivative financial instruments to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments and highly probable forecast transactions, interest rate risk and bunker price risk. The method of recognising the resultant gain or loss depends on whether the derivative is designated as a hedging instrument, and if so, the nature of the item being hedged. The carrying amount of a derivative designated as a hedge is marked to market. The Company does not enter into any derivatives for trading purposes.

Cash Flow Hedge:

Commodity future contracts, forward exchange contracts entered into to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions, forward rate options, interest rate swaps and currency swaps which do not form an integral part of the loans, that qualify as cash flow hedges, are recorded in accordance with the principles of hedge accounting enunciated in Accounting Standard (AS) 30,''Financial Instruments: Recognition and Measurement. ''The gains or losses on designated hedging instruments that qualify as effective hedges are recorded in the Hedging Reserve and are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the same period or periods during which the hedged transaction affects the Statement of Profit and Loss or is transferred to the cost of the hedged non-monetary asset upon acquisition. Gains or losses on the ineffective hedged transactions are immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. When a forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, the gains or losses that were previously recognised in the Hedging Reserve are transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss immediately.

Fair Value Hedge:

Foreign exchange forward and option contracts outstanding at the Balance Sheet date, other than designated cash flow hedges, are stated at fair values and any gains or losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(p) Taxation:

Tax expense comprises both current and deferred tax.

(i) Provision for current income-taxis made on the basis of the assessable income under the Income-tax Act, 1961. Pursuant to the introduction of Section 115VA under the Income-tax Act, 1961, the Company has opted for computation of its income from shipping activities under the Tonnage Tax Scheme. Thus, income from the business of operating ships is assessed on the basis of the deemed Tonnage Income of the Company and no deferred tax is applicable to such income as there are no timing differences. The timing difference in respect of the non-tonnage activities of the Company are not material, in view of which provision for deferred taxation is not considered necessary.

(ii) Deferred income-tax is recognised on timing differences, between taxable income and accounting income which originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods only in respect of the non-tonnage activities of the Company. The tax effect is calculated on the accumulated timing differences at the yearend based on tax rates and laws, enacted or substantially enacted as of the Balance Sheet date.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income-tax during the specified period.

(q) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities:

Provisions are recognised in the accounts in respect of present probable obligations, the amount of which can be reliably estimated.

Contingent Liabilities are disclosed in respect of possible obligations that arise from past events but their existence is confirmed by the occurrence or non occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company.

(r) Earnings per share:

Basic Earnings per share is calculated by dividing the net profit or loss for the period attributable to the equity shareholders by the weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period. The weighted average number of equity shares outstanding during the period is adjusted for events, such as bonus issue, bonus element in a rights issue and shares split that have changed the number of equity shares outstanding, without a corresponding change in resources. For the purpose of calculating Diluted Earnings per share, the net profit or loss for the period attributable to the equity shareholders and the weighted average number of shares outstanding during the period is adjusted for the effects of all dilutive potential equity shares.

Mar 31, 2014

(a) Basis of Preparation :

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, on accrual basis, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India, the Accounting Standards notified under Section 211 (3c) of the Companies Act, 1956 and specified in the Companies (Accounting standards) Rules, 2006 (as amended) read with General Circular No. 15/2013 dated September 12, 2013 issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs in respect of Section 133 of the Companies Act, 2013, pronouncement of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 to the extent applicable.

(b) Use of Estimates :

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the period. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from the estimates.

(c) Tangible Fixed Assets :

Tangible fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment, if any. Cost includes expenses related to acquisition and installation of the concerned assets, borrowings cost during construction period, exchange differences on repayment and year end translation of foreign currency liabilities relating to acquisition of assets are adjusted to the carrying cost of the assets; and excludes any duties/taxes recoverable and capital subsidy/grant received. Subsequent expenditure related to an item of fixed assets is added to its book value only if it increases the future benefits from the existing asset beyond its previously assessed standard of performance. All other expenses on maintaining fixed assets, including day to day repair and maintenance expenditure and cost of replacing parts, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss for the period during which such expenses are incurred.

(d) Intangible Fixed Assets :

Intangible fixed assets are stated at acquisition cost less accumulated amortisation and accumulated impairment losses, if any. Intangible assets are amortised on a straight line basis over the estimated useful lives.

(e) Investments :

(i) Investments are classified into Current and Non-current Investments.

(ii) Investments intended to be held for a period less than twelve months or those maturing within twelve months from the Balance Sheet Date are classified as ''Current Investments''. Investments which are classified as current investments are stated at lower of cost and net realisable value and the resultant decline, if any, is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(iii) Investments other than Current Investments are classified as ''Non-current Investments''. Non-current Investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, in the value of each Non-current Investment is made to recognise a decline, other than of a temporary nature.

(f) Inventories :

Inventories of fuel oil are carried at lower of cost and net realisable value. Cost is ascertained on firstÂinÂfirst out basis. The cost includes all costs of purchase and other costs incurred in bringing the inventories to their present location and condition.

(g) Incomplete Voyages :

Incomplete voyages represent freight received and direct operating expenses in respect of voyages which were not complete as at the Balance Sheet date. The freight received for incomplete voyages is shown under ''Income Received in Advance'' and the direct operating expenses incurred for incomplete voyages are shown under ''Other Advances''.

(h) Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs include interest and ancillary cost incurred in connection with the arrangement of borrowings. Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition/construction of the qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset, upto the date of acquisition/completion of construction. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period they occur.

(i) Revenue Recognition :

Income from services : Freight and demurrage earnings are recognised on completed voyage basis. Charter hire earnings are accrued on time basis except where the charter party agreements have not been renewed/finalised, in which case it is recognised on provisional basis.

Interest : Interest income is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the applicable interest rate.

Dividends : Dividend income is recognised when the Company''s right to receive dividend is established by the Balance Sheet date.

(j) Operating Expenses :

(i) Fleet direct operating expenses are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on completed voyage basis.

(ii) Stores and spares delivered on board the ships are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(iii) Expenses on account of general average claims/damages to ships are written off in the year in which they are incurred. Claims against the underwriters are accounted for on acceptance of average adjustment by the adjustors.

(iv) Bunker consumption cost, which is part of direct operating expenses, is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on completed voyage basis. In case, the vessel is not fixed for next voyage as on the period-end date, the consumption cost is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss as period cost from the date of previous voyage till the period-end date. If the vessel is fixed for next voyage by the period-end date, the bunker consumption cost for the period from the date of previous voyage till the period-end date is carried forward as incomplete voyage expenses as per the accounting policy on "Incomplete Voyages".

(v) Dry-dock expenditure is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss to the extent of material supplied and services rendered in case of non yard expenses. Yard material and service expenses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss on completion of Dry-dock.

(k) Employee Benefits :

(i) Short-term Employee benefits :

All employee benefits payable wholly within twelve months of rendering the service are classified as short term employee benefits. Benefits such as salaries, performance incentives, etc., are recognized as an expense at the undiscounted amount in the Statement of Profit and Loss of the year in which the employee renders the related service.

(ii) Post Employment Benefits :

Liability is provided for retirement benefits of provident fund, superannuation, gratuity and leave encashment in respect of all eligible employees and for pension benefit to whole time directors of the Company.

a) Defined Contribution Plan

Employee benefits in the form of Superannuation Fund, Provident Fund and other Seamen''s Welfare Contributions are considered as defined contribution plans and the contributions are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss of the period when the contributions to the respective funds are due.

b) Defined Benefit Plan

Retirement benefits in the form of Gratuity and the Pension plan for Whole-time Directors are considered as defined benefit obligations and are provided for on the basis of actuarial valuations, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

c) Other Long Term Benefits

Long-term compensated absences are provided for on the basis of an actuarial valuation, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

Actuarial gain/losses, comprising of experience adjustments and the effects of changes in actuarial assumptions are immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(l) Depreciation :

(i) Depreciation is provided so as to write off 95% of the original cost of the asset over the estimated useful life or at rates prescribed under the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, whichever is higher. The basis for charging depreciation and the estimated useful life of the assets is as under :

(ii) Depreciation on fleet is provided on prorata basis and on Other Assets depreciation is provided for the full year on additions and no depreciation is provided in the year of disposal.

(iii) In case of assets depreciated under the straight line method, 95% of the original cost is written off over the estimated useful life. However, if an asset continues in operation beyond the useful life, as estimated by the management, the balance cost is depreciated in the subsequent year. (m) Asset Impairment :

The carrying amounts of the Company''s tangible and intangible assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset''s recoverable amounts are estimated in order to determine the extent of impairment loss, if any. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The impairment loss, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which impairment takes place. Recoverable amount is higher of an asset''s net selling price and its value in use. Value in use is the present value of estimated future cashflows expected to arise from the continuing use of an asset and from its disposal at the end of its useful life.

Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, however subject to the increased carrying amount not exceeding the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of amortisation or depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior accounting periods.

(n) Foreign Exchange Transactions :

(i) Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at standard exchange rates determined monthly. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency, remaining unsettled at the period end are translated at closing rates. The difference in translation of long term monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on foreign currency transactions relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and depreciated over the balance life of the asset and in other cases accumulated in a Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account and amortised over the balance period of such long term asset/liability, but not beyond March 31, 2020 by recognition as income or expense. The difference in translation of all other monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on other foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(ii) Forward exchange contracts other than those entered into to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions are translated at period end exchange rates and the resultant gains and losses as well as the gains and losses on cancellation of such contracts are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss, except in case of contracts relating to the acquisition of depreciable capital assets, in which case they are added or deducted from the cost of the assets. Premium or discount on such forward exchange contracts is amortised as income or expense over the life of the contract.

(iii) Currency swaps which form an integral part of the loans are translated at closing rates and the resultant gains and losses are dealt with in the same manner as the translation differences of long term monetary assets and liabilities.

(o) Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging :

The Company enters into derivative financial instruments to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments and highly probable forecast transactions, interest rate risk and bunker price risk. The method of recognising the resultant gain or loss depends on whether the derivative is designated as a hedging instrument, and if so, the nature of the item being hedged. The carrying amount of a derivative designated as a hedge is presented as a current asset or a liability. The company does not enter into any derivatives for trading purposes.

Cash Flow Hedge :

Commodity future contracts, forward exchange contracts entered into to hedge foreign currency risks of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions, forward rate options, interest rate swaps and currency swaps which do not form an integral part of the loans, that qualify as cash flow hedges, are recorded in accordance with the principles of hedge accounting enunciated in Accounting Standard (AS) 30 Â Financial Instruments : Recognition and Measurement. The gains or losses on designated hedging instruments that qualify as effective hedges is recorded in the Hedging Reserve account and is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the same period or periods during which the hedged transaction affects the Statement of Profit and Loss or is transferred to the cost of the hedged non-monetary asset upon acquisition. Gains or losses on the ineffective transactions are immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. When a forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, the gains and losses that were previously recognised in the Hedging Reserve are transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss immediately.

Fair Value Hedge :

Foreign exchange forward and option contracts outstanding at the Balance Sheet date, other than designated cash flow hedges, are stated at fair values and any gains or losses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. (p) Provision for Taxation :

Tax expense comprises both current and deferred tax.

(i) Provision for current income-tax is made on the basis of the assessable income under the Income-tax Act, 1961. Income from shipping activities is assessed on the basis of deemed tonnage income of the Company.

(ii) Deferred income-tax is recognised on timing differences, between taxable income and accounting income which originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods only in respect of the non- shipping activities of the Company. The tax effect is calculated on the accumulated timing differences at the year end based on tax rates and laws, enacted or substantially enacted as of the balance sheet date.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income-tax during the specified period.

(q) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

Provisions are recognised in the accounts in respect of present probable obligations, the amount of which can be reliably estimated.

Contingent Liabilities are disclosed in respect of possible obligations that arise from past events but their existence is confirmed by the occurrence or non occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company.

(a) Terms/Rights attached to Equity Shares :

The Company has only one class of equity shares having a face value of Rs. 10 each. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to one vote per share. The Company declares and pays dividends in Indian rupees. The final dividend proposed by the Board of Directors is subject to the approval of the shareholders in the ensuing Annual General meeting. Interim dividend is paid as recommended by the Board of Directors.

During the year ended March 31, 2014, the dividend per share (including interim dividend) recognised as distribution to equity shareholders was Rs. 9.00 (Previous Year Rs. 7.50 per share).

In the event of liquidation, the equity shareholders are eligible to receive remaining assets of the Company, after distribution of all preferential amounts in proportion to their shareholding.

(b) Pursuant to the approval of the Board of Directors for buyback of equity shares, the Company has bought back 15,45,019 equity shares of Rs. 10 each at an average price of Rs. 267.14 per share aggregating to Rs. 41.27 crores and has extinguished the said shares as at March 31, 2014.

The nominal value of the equity shares bought back and extinguished has been reduced from the paid-up share capital. Consequently, the Issued, Subscribed and Paid-up Capital of the Company has been reduced by Rs. 1.54 crores. The premium paid on buyback of the equity shares has been appropriated from Securities Premium Account.

(d) For the period of five years immediately preceding the date as at which the Balance Sheet is prepared : (i) No shares were alloted pursuant to contracts without payment being received in cash. (ii) No bonus shares have been issued. (iii) 15,45,019 equity shares have been bought back.

(e) There are no securities convertible into equity/preference shares.

(f) Under orders from the Special Court (Trial of Offences relating to Tranasactions in Securities) Act,1992, the allotment of 2,53,522 (Previous Year 2,53,522) rights equity shares of the Company have been kept in abeyance in accordance with section 206A of the Companies Act, 1956 till such time as the title of the bonafide owner is certified by the concerned Stock Exchanges. An additional 40,608 (Previous Year 40,608) shares have also been kept in abeyance for disputed cases in consultation with the Bombay Stock Exchange.

Note 22 : Tax Expenses

Pursuant to the introduction of Section 115VA under the Income-tax Act, 1961, the Company has opted for computation of its income from shipping activities under the Tonnage Tax Scheme. Thus, income from the business of operating ships is assessed on the basis of the deemed Tonnage Income of the Company and no deferred tax is applicable to such income as there are no timing differences. The timing difference in respect of the non-tonnage activities of the Company are not material, in view of which provision for deferred taxation is not considered necessary.

Note 24 : Disclosure pursuant to Accounting Standard (AS) 15 (Revised) "Employee Benefits" A) Defined Contribution Plans :

The Company has recognised the following amounts in the Statement of Profit and Loss for the year :

B) Defined Benefit Plans and Other Long Term Benefits :

Valuations in respect of Gratuity, Pension Plan for Whole-time Directors and Leave Encashment have been carried out by an independent actuary as at the Balance Sheet date on Projected Unit Credit method, based on the following assumptions:

(vii) Basis used to determine expected rate of return on assets :

Expected rate of return on investments is determined based on the assessment made by the Company at the beginning of the year on the return expected on its existing portfolio since these are generally held to maturity, along with the estimated incremental investments to be made during the year.

(viii) General Description of Significant Defined Benefit Plans :

Gratuity Plan :

Gratuity is payable to all eligible employees of the Company on superannuation, death, permanent disablement and resignation in terms of the provisions of the Payment of Gratuity Act or as per the Company''s Scheme whichever is more beneficial. Benefit would be paid at the time of separation based on the last drawn basic salary.

Retirement Benefit Scheme including Pension Plan :

Under the Company''s Retirement Benefit Scheme for the Whole-time Directors, all the eligible Whole-time Directors are entitled to the benefits of the scheme only after attaining the age of 62 years, except for retirement due to physical disability or death while in office, in which case, the benefits shall start on his retirement due to such physical disability or death. The benefits are in the form of monthly pension @ 50% of his last drawn monthly salary subject to maximum of Rs. 75 lakhs p.a. during his lifetime. If he predeceases the spouse, she will be paid monthly pension @ 50% of his last drawn pension during her lifetime. Benefits include reimbursement of medical expense for self and spouse, overseas medical treatment upto Rs. 50 lakhs for self/spouse, office space including telephone in the Company''s office premises. Benefits also include use of Company''s car including reimbursement of driver''s salary and other related expenses during his lifetime and in the event of his demise, his spouse will be entitled to avail the said benefit during her lifetime.

Leave Encashment

All eligible employees can carry forward and encash leave upto superannuation, death, permanent disablement or resignation subject to maximum accumulation allowed upto 15 days. The leave over and above 15 days is encashed and paid to employees on June 30th every year as per the last drawn basic salary, except for union category employees who had exercised an option to freeze the accumulated leave balance as on June 30, 2008 (over and above 15 days). This frozen accumulated leave balance will be encashed as per the last drawn basic salary at the time of superannuation, death, permanent disablement, resignation or promotion to the non-union category.

Note 25 : Segment information

The Company is considered to be a single segment company engaged in shipping business. Consequently, the Company has in its primary segment only one reportable business segment. As per AS-17 ''Segment Reporting'' if a single financial report contains both consolidated financial statements and the separate financial statement of the parent, segment information need be presented only on the basis of the consolidated financial statements. Accordingly, information required to be presented under AS-17 ''Segment Reporting'' has been given in the consolidated financial statements.

Note 26 : Related Party Transactions (I) List of Related Parties

(a) Parties where control exists : Subsidiary Companies :

The Great Eastern Shipping Co. (London) Ltd. The Greatship (Singapore) Pte. Ltd.

The Great Eastern Chartering L.L.C. (FZC) and its subsidiary :

- The Great Eastern Chartering (Singapore) Pte. Ltd., Singapore (incorporated on 17/04/2013) Greatship (India) Ltd. and its subsidiaries :

- Greatship Global Holdings Ltd., Mauritius.

- Greatship Global Energy Services Pte. Ltd., Singapore.

- Greatship Global Offshore Services Pte. Ltd., Singapore.

- Greatship Subsea Solutions Singapore Pte. Ltd., Singapore.

(amalgamated with Greatship Global Offshore Services Pte. Ltd. with effect from 31/12/2013)

- Greatship Subsea Solutions Australia Pty. Ltd., Australia. (deregistered with effect from 30/06/2013)

- Greatship (UK) Ltd., UK.

- Greatship Global Offshore Management Services Pte. Ltd., Singapore.

(amalgamated with Greatship Global Offshore Services Pte. Ltd. with effect from 31/12/2013)

(b) Other related parties :

(i) Key Management Personnel :

Mr. K. M. Sheth - Executive Chairman

Mr. Bharat K. Sheth - Deputy Chairman and Managing Director

Mr. Ravi K. Sheth - Executive Director

Mar 31, 2013

(a) Basis of Preparation :

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India, the Accounting Standards notified under the Companies (Accounting standards) Rules, 2006 (as amended) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 to the extent applicable.

(b) Use of Estimates :

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the period. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from the estimates.

(c) Tangible Fixed Assets :

Tangible Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment. Cost includes expenses related to acquisition and borrowings cost during construction period. Exchange differences on repayment and year end translation of foreign currency liabilities relating to acquisition of assets are adjusted to the carrying cost of the assets. Subsequent expenditure related to an item of fixed assets is added to its book value only if it increases the future benefits from the existing asset beyond its previously assessed standard of performance. All other expenses on maintaining fixed assets, including day to day repair and maintenance expenditure and cost of replacing parts, are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss for the period during which such expenses are incurred.

(d) Investments :

(i) Investments are classified into current and non-current investments.

(ii) Non-current investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, in the value of each non-current investment is made to recognise a decline, other than of a temporary nature.

(iii) Investments which are classified as current investments are stated at lower of cost and fair value and the resultant decline, if any, is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(e) Inventories :

Inventories of fuel oil are carried at lower of cost or net realisable value. Cost is ascertained on first-in-first out basis.

(f) Incomplete Voyages :

Incomplete voyages represent freight received and direct operating expenses in respect of voyages which were not complete as at the Balance Sheet date. The freight received for incomplete voyages is shown under ''Income Received in Advance'' and the direct operating expenses incurred for incomplete voyages are shown under ''Other Advances''.

(g) Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs include interest and ancillary cost incurred in connection with the arrangement of borrowings. Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition / construction of the qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset, upto the date of acquisition / completion of construction. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period they occur.

(h) Revenue Recognition :

Income from services : Freight and demurrage earnings are recognised on completed voyage basis. Charter hire earnings are accrued on time basis except where the charter party agreements have not been renewed/finalised, in which case it is recognised on provisional basis.

Interest : Interest income is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the applicable interest rate.

Dividends : Dividend income is recognised when the Company''s right to receive dividend is established by the Balance Sheet date.

(i) Operating Expenses :

(i) Fleet direct operating expenses are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on completed voyage basis.

(ii) Stores and spares delivered on board the ships are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(iii) Expenses on account of general average claims/damages to ships are written off in the year in which they are incurred. Claims against the underwriters are accounted for on acceptance of average adjustment by the adjustors.

(iv) Bunker consumption cost, which is part of direct operating expenses, is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss on completed voyage basis. In case, the vessel is not fixed for next voyage as on the period-end date, the consumption cost is charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss as period cost from the date of previous voyage till the period-end date. If the vessel is fixed for next voyage by the period-end date, the bunker consumption cost for the period from the date of previous voyage till the period-end date is carried forward as incomplete voyage expenses as per the accounting policy on "Incomplete Voyages".

(v) Dry-dock expenditure is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss to the extent of material supplied and services rendered in case of non-yard expenses. Yard material and services expenses are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss on completion of Dry-dock.

(j) Employee Benefits :

Liability is provided for retirement benefits of provident fund, superannuation, gratuity and leave encashment in respect of all eligible employees and for pension benefit to whole time directors of the Company.

(i) Defined Contribution Plan

Employee benefits in the form of Superannuation Fund, Provident Fund and other Seamen''s Welfare Contributions are considered as defined contribution plans and the contributions are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss of the period when the contributions to the respective funds are due.

(ii) Defined Benefit Plan

Retirement benefits in the form of Gratuity and the Pension plan for Whole-time Directors are considered as defined benefit obligations and are provided for on the basis of actuarial valuations, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

(iii) Other Long Term Benefits

Long-term compensated absences are provided for on the basis of an actuarial valuation, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

Actuarial gain/losses, comprising of experience adjustments and the effects of changes in actuarial assumptions are immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(k) Depreciation on Tangible Fixed Assets :

(i) Depreciation is provided so as to write off 95% of the original cost of the asset over the estimated useful life or at rates prescribed under the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, whichever is higher. The basis for charging depreciation and the estimated useful life of the assets is as under :

(ii) Depreciation on fleet is provided on prorata basis and on Other Assets depreciation is provided for the full year on additions and no depreciation is provided in the year of disposal.

(iii) In case of assets depreciated under the straight line method, 95% of the original cost is written off over the estimated useful life. However, if an asset continues in operation beyond the useful life, as estimated by the management, the balance cost is depreciated in the subsequent year.

(l) Asset Impairment :

The carrying amounts of the Company''s tangible and intangible assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset''s recoverable amounts are estimated in order to determine the extent of impairment loss, if any. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The impairment loss, if any, is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which impairment takes place.

Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, however subject to the increased carrying amount not exceeding the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of amortisation of depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior accounting periods.

(m) Foreign Exchange Transactions :

(i) Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at standard exchange rates determined monthly. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency, remaining unsettled at the period end are translated at closing rates. The difference in translation of long term monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on foreign currency transactions relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and depreciated over the balance life of the asset and in other cases accumulated in a Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account and amortised over the balance period of such long term asset/liability, but not beyond March 31, 2020 by recognition as income or expense. The difference in translation of all other monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on other foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(ii) Forward exchange contracts other than those entered into to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions are translated at period end exchange rates and the resultant gains and losses as well as the gains and losses on cancellation of such contracts are recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss, except in case of contracts relating to the acquisition of depreciable capital assets, in which case they are added or deducted from the cost of the assets. Premium or discount on such forward exchange contracts is amortised as income or expense over the life of the contract.

(iii) Currency swaps which form an integral part of the loans are translated at closing rates and the resultant gains and losses are dealt with in the same manner as the translation differences of long term monetary assets and liabilities.

(n) Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging :

The Company enters into derivative financial instruments to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments and highly probable forecast transactions, interest rate risk and bunker price risk. The method of recognising the resultant gain or loss depends on whether the derivative is designated as a hedging instrument, and if so, the nature of the item being hedged. The carrying amount of a derivative designated as a hedge is presented as a current asset or a liability. The company does not enter into any derivatives for trading purposes.

Cash Flow Hedge :

Commodity future contracts, forward exchange contracts entered into to hedge foreign currency risks of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions, forward rate options, interest rate swaps and currency swaps which do not form an integral part of the loans, that qualify as cash flow hedges, are recorded in accordance with the principles of hedge accounting enunciated in Accounting Standard (AS) 30 - Financial Instruments : Recognition and Measurement. The gains or losses on designated hedging instruments that qualify as effective hedges is recorded in the Hedging Reserve account and is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the same period or periods during which the hedged transaction affects the Statement of Profit and Loss or is transferred to the cost of the hedged non-monetary asset upon acquisition. Gains or losses on the ineffective transactions are immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. When a forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, the gains and losses that were previously recognised in the Hedging Reserve are transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss immediately.

(o) Provision for Taxation :

Tax expense comprises both current and deferred tax.

(i) Provision for current income-tax is made on the basis of the assessable income under the Income-tax Act, 1961. Income from shipping activities is assessed on the basis of deemed tonnage income of the Company.

(ii) Deferred income-tax is recognised on timing differences, between taxable income and accounting income which originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods only in respect of the non- shipping activities of the Company. The tax effect is calculated on the accumulated timing differences at the year end based on tax rates and laws, enacted or substantially enacted as of the balance sheet date.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income-tax during the specified period.

(p) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

Provisions are recognised in the accounts in respect of present probable obligations, the amount of which can be reliably estimated.

Contingent Liabilities are disclosed in respect of possible obligations that arise from past events but their existence is confirmed by the occurrence or non occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company.

Mar 31, 2012

(a) Basis of Preparation :

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India, the Accounting Standards notified under the Companies (Accounting standards) Rules, 2006 (as amended) and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 to the extent applicable.

(b) Use of Estimates : The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the period. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from the estimates.

(c) Tangible Fixed Assets :

Tangible Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment. Cost includes expenses related to acquisition and borrowing costs during construction period. Exchange differences on repayment and year end translation of foreign currency liabilities relating to acquisition of assets, to the extent not considered as an adjustment to the borrowing cost, are adjusted to the carrying cost of the assets. Subsequent expenditure related to an item of fixed assets is added to its book value only if it increases the future benefits from the existing asset beyond its previously assessed standard of performance. All other expenses on maintaining fixed assets, including day to day repair and maintenance expenditure and cost of replacing parts, are charged to the statement of profit and loss account for the period during which such expenses are incurred.

(d) Investments :

(i) Investments are classified into cash equivalents, long term and current investments.

(ii) Long term investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, in the value of each long term investment is made to recognise a decline, other than of a temporary nature.

(iii) Investments which are classified as cash equivalents and current investments are stated at lower of cost and fair value and the resultant decline, if any, is charged to revenue.

(e) Inventories : Inventories of fuel oil are carried at lower of cost or net realisable value. Cost is ascertained on firstÃinÃfirst out basis.

(f) Incomplete Voyages : Incomplete voyages represent freight received and direct operating expenses in respect of voyages which were not complete as at the Balance Sheet date. The freight received for incomplete voyages is shown under 'Income Received in Advance' and the direct operating expenses incurred for incomplete voyages are shown under 'Other Advanses'.

(g) Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs include interest, ancillary cost incurred in connection with the arrangement of borrowings and exchange differences arising from foreign currency borrowings to the extent they are regarded as an adjustment to the interest cost. Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition / construction of the qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset, upto the date of acquisition / completion of construction. All other borrowing costs are expensed in the period they occur. (h) Revenue Recognition :

Income from services : Freight and demurrage earnings are recognised on completed voyage basis. Charter hire earnings are accrued on time basis except where the charter party agreements have not been renewed/finalised, in which case it is recognised on provisional basis.

Interest : Interest income is recognised on a time proportion basis taking into account the amount outstanding and the applicable interest rate.

Dividends : Dividend income is recognised when the company's right to receive dividend is established by the balance sheet date.

(i) Operating Expenses :

(i) Fleet direct operating expenses are charged to revenue on completed voyage basis.

(ii) Stores and spares delivered on board the ships are charged to revenue.

(iii) Expenses on account of general average claims/damages to ships are written off in the year in which they are incurred. Claims against the underwriters are accounted for on acceptance of average adjustment by the adjustors.

(j) Employee Benefits :

Liability is provided for retirement benefits of provident fund, superannuation, gratuity and leave encashment in respect of all eligible employees and for pension benefit to whole time directors of the Company.

(i) Defined Contribution Plan

Employee benefits in the form of Superannuation Fund, Provident Fund and other Seamen's Welfare Contributions are considered as defined contribution plans and the contributions are charged to the Statement of Profit and Loss of the period when the contributions to the respective funds are due.

(ii) Defined Benefit Plan

Retirement benefits in the form of Gratuity and the Pension plan for Whole-time Directors are considered as defined benefit obligations and are provided for on the basis of actuarial valuations, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

(iii) Other Long Term Benefits

Long-term compensated absences are provided for on the basis of an actuarial valuation, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

Actuarial gain/losses, comprising of experience adjustments and the effects of changes in actuarial assumptions are immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss.

(l) Asset Impairment :

The carrying amounts of the Company's tangible and intangible assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the asset's recoverable amounts are estimated in order to determine the extent of impairment loss, if any. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The impairment loss, if any, is recognised in the statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which impairment takes place.

Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, however subject to the increased carrying amount not exceeding the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of amortisation of depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior accounting periods.

(m) Foreign Exchange Transactions :

(i) Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at standard exchange rates determined monthly. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency, remaining unsettled at the period end are translated at closing rates. The difference in translation of long term monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on foreign currency transactions relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets, to the extent not considered as an adjustment to the borrowing costs, are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and depreciated over the balance life of the asset and in other cases accumulated in a Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account and amortised over the balance period of such long term asset/liability, but not beyond March 31, 2020 by recognition as income or expense. The difference in translation of all other monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on other foreign currency transactions are recognised in the statement of Profit and Loss.

(ii) Forward exchange contracts other than those entered into to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions are translated at period end exchange rates and the resultant gains and losses as well as the gains and losses on cancellation of such contracts are recognised in the statement of Profit and Loss, except in case of contracts relating to the acquisition of depreciable capital assets, in which case they are added or deducted from the cost of the assets. Premium or discount on such forward exchange contracts is amortised as income or expense over the life of the contract.

(iii) Currency swaps which form an integral part of the loans are translated at closing rates and the resultant gains and losses are dealt with in the same manner as the translation differences of long term monetary assets and liabilities.

(n) Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging :

The Company enters into derivative financial instruments to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments and highly probable forecast transactions, interest rate risk and bunker price risk. The method of recognising the resultant gain or loss depends on whether the derivative is designated as a hedging instrument, and if so, the nature of the item being hedged. The carrying amount of a derivative designated as a hedge is presented as a current asset or provision. The Company does not enter into any derivatives for trading purposes.

Cash Flow Hedge :

Commodity future contracts, forward exchange contracts entered into to hedge foreign currency risks of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions, forward rate options, interest rate swaps and currency swaps which do not form an integral part of the loans, that qualify as cash flow hedges, are recorded in accordance with the principles of hedge accounting enunciated in Accounting Standard (AS) 30 Ã Financial Instruments : Recognition and Measurement as issued by the Institute of Charterd Accountant of India. The gains or losses on designated hedging instruments that qualify as effective hedges is recorded in the Hedging Reserve Account and is recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss in the same period or periods during which the hedged transaction affects profit and loss or is transferred to the cost of the hedged non-monetary asset upon acquisition. Gains or losses on the ineffective transactions are immediately recognised in the Statement of Profit and Loss. When a forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur, the gains and losses that were previously recognised in the Hedging Reserve, are transferred to the Statement of Profit and Loss immediately.

(o) Provision for Taxation :

Tax expense comprises both current and deferred tax.

(i) Provision for current income-tax is made on the basis of the assessable income under the Income-tax Act, 1961. Income from shipping activities is assessed on the basis of deemed tonnage income of the Company.

(ii) Deferred income-tax is recognised on timing differences, between taxable income and accounting income which originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods only in respect of the non- shipping activities of the Company. The tax effect is calculated on the accumulated timing differences at the year end based on tax rates and laws, enacted or substantially enacted as of the balance sheet date.

Minimum Alternate Tax (MAT) credit is recognised as an asset only when and to the extent there is convincing evidence that the Company will pay normal income-tax during the specified period.

(p) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

Provisions are recognised in the accounts in respect of present probable obligations, the amount of which can be reliably estimated.

Contingent Liabilities are disclosed in respect of possible obligations that arise from past events but their existence is confirmed by the occurrence or non occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company.

(a) Terms/Rights attached to Equity Shares :

The Company has only one class of equity shares having a face value of Rs. 10 each. Each holder of equity shares is entitled to one vote per share. The Company declares and pays dividends in Indian rupees. The final dividend proposed by the Board of Directors is subject to the approval of the shareholders in the ensuing Annual General meeting. Interim dividend is paid as recommended by the Board of directors.

During the year ended March 31, 2012, the dividend per share (including interim dividend) recognised as distribution to equity shareholders was Rs. 6.50 (Previous Year Rs. 8.00 per share).

In the event of liquidation, the equity shareholders are eligible to receive remaining assets of the company, after distribution of all preferential amounts in proportion to their shareholding.

(c) For the period of five years immediately preceding the date as at which the Balance Sheet is prepared : (i) No shares were alloted pursuant to contracts without payment being received in cash.

(ii) No bonus shares have been issued. (iii) No shares have been bought back.

(d) There are no securities convertible into equity/preference shares.

(e) Under orders from the Special Court (Trial of Offences relating to Tranasactions in Securities) Act,1992, the allotment of 2,85,922 (Previous Year 2,85,922) rights equity shares of the Company have been kept in abeyance in accordance with section 206A of the Companies Act,1956 till such time as the title of the bonafide owner is certified by the concerned Stock Exchanges. An additional 40,608 (Previous Year 40,608) shares have also been kept in abeyance for disputed cases in consultation with the Bombay Stock Exchange.

Mar 31, 2011

(a) Accounting Convention :

The financial statements are prepared under the historical cost convention, in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles in India, the Accounting Standards issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India and the provisions of the Companies Act, 1956 to the extent applicable.

(b) Use of Estimates :

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles requires the management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported balances of assets and liabilities as of the date of the financial statements and reported amounts of income and expenses during the period. Management believes that the estimates used in the preparation of financial statements are prudent and reasonable. Actual results could differ from the estimates.

(c) Fixed Assets :

Fixed assets are stated at cost less accumulated depreciation and impairment. Cost includes expenses related to acquisition and borrowings cost during construction period. Exchange differences on repayment and year end translation of foreign currency liabilities relating to acquisition of assets are adjusted to the carrying cost of the assets.

(d) Investments :

(i) Investments are classified into long term and current investments.

(ii) Long term investments are carried at cost. Provision for diminution, if any, in the value of each long term investment is made to recognise a decline, other than of a temporary nature.

(iii) Current investments are stated at lower of cost and fair value and the resultant decline, if any, is charged to revenue

(e) Inventories :

Inventories of fuel oil are carried at lower of cost or net realisable value. Cost is ascertained on first-in-first out basis.

(f) Incomplete Voyages :

Incomplete voyages represent freight received and direct operating expenses in respect of voyages which were not complete as at the Balance Sheet date.

(g) Borrowing Costs :

Borrowing costs that are directly attributable to the acquisition / construction of the qualifying assets are capitalised as part of the cost of the asset, upto the date of acquisition / completion of construction.

(h) Revenue Recognition :

Freight and demurrage earnings are recognised on completed voyage basis. Charter hire earnings are accrued on time basis except where the charter party agreements have not been renewed/finalised, in which case it is recognised on provisional basis.

(i) Operating Expenses :

(i) Fleet direct operating expenses are charged to revenue on completed voyage basis.

(ii) Stores and spares delivered on board the ships are charged to revenue.

(iii) Expenses on account of general average claims/damages to ships are written off in the year in which they are incurred. Claims against the underwriters are accounted for on submission of average adjustment by the adjustors.

(j) Employee Benefits :

Liability is provided for retirement benefits of provident fund, superannuation, gratuity and leave encashment in respect of all eligible employees and for pension benefit to Whole-time Directors of the Company.

(i) Defined Contribution Plan

Employee benefits in the form of Superannuation Fund, Provident Fund and other Seamens Welfare Contributions are considered as defined contribution plans and the contributions are charged to the Profit and Loss of the period when the contributions to the respective funds are due.

(ii) Defined Benefit Plan

Retirement benefits in the form of Gratuity and the Pension plan for Whole-time Directors are considered as defined benefit obligations and are provided for on the basis of actuarial valuations, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

(iii) Other Long Term Benefits

Long term compensated absences are provided for on the basis of an actuarial valuation, using the projected unit credit method, as at the date of the Balance Sheet.

Actuarial gain/losses, comprising of experience adjustments and the effects of changes in actuarial assumptions are immediately recognised in the Profit and Loss Account.

(k) Depreciation :

(i) Depreciation is provided so as to write off 95% of the original cost of the asset over the estimated useful life or at rates prescribed under the Schedule XIV to the Companies Act, 1956, whichever is higher. The basis for charging depreciation and the estimated useful life of the assets is as under :

(ii) Depreciation on fleet is provided on prorata basis and on Other Assets depreciation is provided for the full year on additions and no depreciation is provided in the year of disposal.

(iii) In case of assets depreciated under the straight line method, 95% of the original cost is written off over the estimated useful life. However, if an asset continues in operation beyond the useful life, as estimated by the management, the balance cost is depreciated in the subsequent year.

(l) Asset Impairment :

The carrying amounts of the Companys tangible and intangible assets are reviewed at each balance sheet date to determine whether there is any indication of impairment. If any such indication exists, the assets recoverable amounts are estimated in order to determine the extent of impairment loss, if any. An impairment loss is recognised whenever the carrying amount of an asset exceeds its recoverable amount. The impairment loss, if any, is recognised in the statement of Profit and Loss in the period in which impairment takes place.

Where an impairment loss subsequently reverses, the carrying amount of the asset is increased to the revised estimate of its recoverable amount, however subject to the increased carrying amount not exceeding the carrying amount that would have been determined (net of amortisation of depreciation) had no impairment loss been recognised for the asset in prior accounting periods.

(m) Foreign Exchange Transactions :

(i) Transactions in foreign currency are recorded at standard exchange rates determined monthly. Monetary assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currency, remaining unsettled at the period end are translated at closing rates. The difference in translation of long-term monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on foreign currency transactions relating to acquisition of depreciable capital assets are added to or deducted from the cost of the asset and depreciated over the balance life of the asset and in other cases accumulated in a Foreign Currency Monetary Item Translation Difference Account and amortised over the balance period of such long term asset/liability, but not beyond March 31, 2011 by recognition as income or expense. The difference in translation of all other monetary assets and liabilities and realised gains and losses on other foreign currency transactions are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account.

(ii) Forward exchange contracts other than those entered into to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions are translated at period end exchange rates and the resultant gains and losses as well as the gains and losses on cancellation of such contracts are recognised in the Profit and Loss Account, except in case of contracts relating to the acquisition of depreciable capital assets, in which case they are added to or deducted from the cost of the assets. Premium or discount on such forward exchange contracts is amortised as income or expense over the life of the contract.

(iii) Currency swaps which form an integral part of the loans are translated at closing rates and the resultant gains and losses are dealt with in the same manner as the translation differences of long term monetary assets and liabilities.

(n) Derivative Financial Instruments and Hedging :

The Company enters into derivative financial instruments to hedge foreign currency risk of firm commitments and highly probable forecast transactions, interest rate risk and bunker price risk. The method of recognising the resultant gain or loss depends on whether the derivative is designated as a hedging instrument, and if so, the nature of the item being hedged. The carrying amount of a derivative designated as a hedge is presented as a current asset or a liability. The company does not enter into any derivatives for trading purposes.

Cash Flow Hedge :

Forward exchange contracts entered into to hedge foreign currency risks of firm commitments or highly probable forecast transactions, forward rate options, currency and interest rate swaps and commodity future contracts, that qualify as cash flow hedges are recorded in accordance with the principles of hedge accounting enunciated in Accounting Standard (AS) 30 Ã Financial Instruments : Recognition and Measurement. The gains or losses on designated hedging instruments that qualify as effective hedges is recorded in the Hedging Reserve account and is recognised in the statement of Profit and Loss in the same period or periods during which the hedged transaction affects profit and loss or is transferred to the cost of the hedged non-monetary asset upon acquisition.

Gains or losses on the ineffective transactions are immediately recognised in the Profit and Loss account. When a forecasted transaction is no longer expected to occur the gains and losses that were previously recognised in the Hedging Reserve are transferred to the statement of Profit and Loss immediately.

(o) Provision for Taxation :

Tax expense comprises both current and deferred tax.

(i) Provision for current income-tax is made on the basis of the assessable income under the Income-tax Act, 1961. Income from shipping activities is assessed on the basis of deemed tonnage income of the Company.

(ii) Deferred income-tax is recognised on timing differences, between taxable income and accounting income which originate in one period and are capable of reversal in one or more subsequent periods only in respect of the non-shipping activities of the Company. The tax effect is calculated on the accumulated timing differences at the year end based on tax rates and laws, enacted or substantially enacted as of the balance sheet date.

(p) Provisions and Contingent Liabilities :

Provisions are recognised in the accounts in respect of present probable obligations, the amount of which can be reliably estimated.

Contingent Liabilities are disclosed in respect of possible obligations that arise from past events but their existence is confirmed by the occurrence or non-occurrence of one or more uncertain future events not wholly within the control of the Company.

Mar 31, 2010

1. Basis of Consolidation :

The consolidated financial statements relate to The Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd., the holding Company and its wholly owned subsidiaries (collectively referred to as the Group). The consolidation of the financial statements of the Company with its subsidiaries has been prepared in accordance with the requirements of Accounting Standard (AS) 21 "Consolidated Financial Statements". The financial statements of the parent and its subsidiaries are combined on a line by line basis and intra group balances, intra group transactions and unrealised profits or losses are fully eliminated.

In case of foreign subsidiaries, revenue items are consolidated at the average rate prevailing during the year. All assets and liabilities are converted at the rates prevailing at the end of the year. Exchange gains/(losses) arising on conversion are recognised under Foreign Currency Translation Reserve.

2. The financial statements of the subsidiaries used in the consolidation are drawn upto the same reporting date as that of the Company i.e. March 31, 2010.

3. The subsidiary companies considered in these consolidated financial statements are :

4. Interest in Joint Venture :

The Groups interest as a venturer (upto March 31,2009) in a jointly controlled entity and its proportionate share in the assets, liabilities, income and expenses of the Joint Venture Company, is as under:

6. Share Capital:

(a) Under orders from the Special Court (Trial of Offences relating to Transactions in Securities) Act, 1992, - the allotment of 2,85,922 (previous year 2,85,922) rights equity shares of the Company have been kept in abeyance in accordance with section 206Aof the Companies Act, 1956, till such time as the title of the bonafide owner is certified by the concerned Stock Exchanges. An additional 40,608 (previous year 40,608) shares have also been kept in abeyance for disputed cases in consultation with the Bombay Stock Exchange. During the year "Nil" (previous year 5,760) equity shares have been allotted out of the shares kept in abeyance.

(b) Warrants against Share Capital:

On March 19 , 2008, Greatship (India) Ltd. had issued and allotted 42,07,000 warrants out of total 60,27,000 warrants approved by the shareholders, to the promoter directors of the holding company. The Great Eastern Shipping Co. Ltd/The Warrant holders have the option to convert these Warrants into equal numbers of equity shares of Rs. 10/- each of the

Company, at a price of Rs. 140.40 per equity share. The said warrants are exercisable not earlier than three months prior from the date on which the Company proposes to file a Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) with SEBI for IPO ("Date") but not later than 30 days from the date as on March 31,2010, the Promoter Directors of the Holding Company The Great Eastern Shipping Company Limited had not exercised the option of conversion of above warrants to equity shares.

Subsequent to the Balance Sheet date, 21,03,500 warrants were converted into equal number of equity shares on April 30,2010, at the predetermined price of Rs. 140.40 per euqity share, and Rs. 2658 lakhs was received on conversion of warrants into equity shares. For the balance 21,03,500 warrants which were not converted, the advance amount of Rs. 295 lakhs paid at the time of applying for the warrants, stood forfeited. The remaining 18,20,000 warrants out of the total approved issue were cancelled as the warrant holders conveyed their intention of not applying for the same. The Draft Red Herring Prospectus (DRHP) was filed with SEBI on May 12,2010.

7. Secured Loans:

(a) Term loans from banks are secured by mortgage of specific ships.

(b) Term loans from banks includes a syndicated loan of USD 32 million from a consortium of banks against security byway of assignment of bank deposit of USD 2.5 million and a financial covenant inter-alia, to maintain unencumbered assets of value not less than 1.25 times the said borrowing.

(c) 6.05% 95 Secured Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures of Rs. 1,00,00,000 each, redeemable on September 19,2010, are secured by pah-passu first charge on assets of the Company and the asset cover ratio will be not less than 1.25 times.

(d) 9.80% 2500 Secured Redeemable Non-Convertible Debentures of Rs. 10,00,000 each, redeemable on July 03, 2019 are secured by exclusive charge on ships with 1.25 times cover on the book value of ships and additional security by way of mortgage on immovable property of the Company.

(e) The loans of subsidiary companies are secured by :-

(1) First priority mortgage of vessels/rig financed.

(2) First assignment of the shipbuilding and engine contracts of the vessel.

(3) Letter of undertaking/Corporate Guarantee from Holding Company.

(4) Assignment of insurances and requisition compensation.

(5) Assignment of earnings in the event of default.

(6) Charge of operating account of the vessel/rig.

(7) Outstanding Letter of credit facility provided to the yard, secured by a corporate guarantee provided by the holding company.

8. Fixed Assets:

(a) Estimated amount of contracts, net of advances paid thereon, remaining to be executed on capital account and not provided for - Rs. 320720 lakhs (previousyear Rs. 436423 lakhs).

(b) The amount of exchange gain/(loss) on account of fluctuation of the rupee against foreign currencies and gain/(loss) on hedging contracts (including on cancellation of forward covers), relating to long-term monetary items for acquisition of depreciable capital assets and gains/(losses) on forward contracts for hedging capital commitments for acquisition of depreciable assets, deducted from the carrying amount of fixed assets during theyear is Rs. 37576 lakhs. Corresponding loss relating to the previous year added to the carrying amount of fixed assets was Rs. 64903 lakhs.

(c) The deed of assignment in respect of the Companys leasehold property at Worli is yet to be transferred in the name of the Company.

9. Debtors and Creditors :

Debtors and Creditors are subject to confirmation, reconciliation and adjustments, if any.

10. Cash and Bank balances:

Balances with scheduled banks on deposit account include margin deposits of Rs. 1301 lakhs (previous year Rs. 201 lakhs) placed with the bank under a lien against guarantees issued by the said bank. Balances with other banks include a deposit of Rs. 1122 lakhs (previousyear Rs. 1268 lakhs) which is under lien as security against a syndicated loan and cash collateralised towards letter of credit facilities amounting to Rs. 391 lakhs (previous year Rs. 2799 lakhs).

11. Employee Stock Options Plans:

All the ESOPs issued by Greatship (India) Limited (GIL) are in respect of GILs shares where each stock option is equivalent to one equity share. The employee stock options of the GIL are presently operated under four different Employee Stock Options Schemes (Scheme/s) for the employees of GIL (including employees of parent company and subsidiaries). During the year under review, the GIL has granted 4,45,500 options under ESOP 2008 - II and 46,700 options under ESOP 2007.

Subsequent to the Balance Sheet date, the share holders have approved the proposal to franre a new SEBI compliant Scheme - ESOP 2010 ("ESOP 2010") for grant of employee stock options to the employees of GIL and its subsidiaries. The options available for future grants aggregating to 10,28,900 options under the existing schemes ESOP 2007, ESOP 2007 - II, ESOP

2008-1 and ESOP20Q8-II were transferred to the proposed new employee stock option scheme-ESOP 2010. There would be no further grants under the existing schemes after filing of the Drafts Red Herring Prospectus.

As of March 31,2010 13,85,600, options were outstanding under the existing schemes.

a) Modification ofESOP Schemes during the year:

For two existing Schemes - ESOP 2007 and ESOP 2008 - II, the vesting condition of the Company achieving 80% of the budgeted profits has been cancelled. Accordingly, the options under these Schemes continue to vest as per the vesting schedule in each scheme. "

b) The employee stock option schemes have been accounted based on the intrinsic value method. The compensation expense amount which is the difference between exercise price of the option and the intrinsic value of shares amortised in the current year is Rs. 43 lakhs (previous year Rs. 114 lakhs).

The cumulative amount of Employee Stock Option expense amortised upto March 31, 2010 of Rs. 232 lakhs is included under Share Capital in Balance Sheet.

Had the compensation cost for the stock options granted during this year under ESOP 2007 and ESOP 2008 - II been recognised, basis fair value method, the compensation expense to be amortised would be Rs. 24 lakhs (previous year Rs. 7 lakhs).

12. Deferred tax:

Pursuant to the introduction of Section 115VA under the Income-tax Act, 1961, the Group has opted for computation of its income from shipping activities under the Tonnage Tax Scheme. Thus income from the business of operating ships is assessed on the basis of the deemed Tonnage Income of Croup and no deferred tax is applicable to such income as there are no timing differences. Provision for deferred tax in respect of non-tonnage income of one of the Indian Subsidiary Company is made of Rs. 70 lakhs (previousyear "nil").

13. Provisions:

The Group has recognised the following provisions in its accounts in respect of obligations arising from past events, the settlement of which is expected to result in an outflow embodying economic benefits.

B) Defined Benefit Plans and Other Long Term Benefits:

Valuations in respect of Gratuity, Pension Plan for Whole-time Directors and Leave Encashment have been carried out by an independent actuary, as at the Balance Sheet date on Projected Unit Credit method, based on the following assumptions:

(vi) Basis used to determine expected rate of return on assets:

Expected rate of return on investments is determined based on the assessment made by the Company at the beginning of the year on the return expected on its existing portfolio since these are generally held to maturity, along with the estimated incremental investments to be made during the year.

(vii) General description of significant defined plans :

a) Gratuity Plan .-

Gratuity is payable to all eligible employees of the Company on superannuation, death, permanent disablement and resignation in terms of the provisions of the Payment of Gratuity Act or as per the Companys Scheme whichever is more beneficial. Benefit would be paid at the time of separation based on the last drawn basic salary. This benefit is applicable only to the employees of the Holding Company and one of the Indian Subsidiary Company and figures given above are in respect of aforesaid companies.

b) Pension Plan :

Under the Companys Pension Scheme for the whole-time Directors as approved by the Shareholders, all the whole-time Directors are entitled to the benefits of the scheme only after attaining the age of 62 years, except for retirement due to Physical disability, in which case, the benefits shall start on his retirement. The benefits are in the form of monthly pension @ 50% of his last drawn monthly salary subject to maximum of Rs.75 lakhs p.a. during his lifetime. If he predeceases the spouse, she will be paid monthly pension @ 50% of his last drawn pension during her lifetime. Benefit also include reimbursement of medical expense for self and spouse, overseas medical treatment upto Rs. 50 lakhs per illness, office space including telephone in the Companys office premises and use of Companys car including reimbursement of drivers salary and other related expenses during his lifetime.

c) Leave Encashment:

Eligible employees can carry forward and encash leave upto superannuation, death, permanent disablement and resignation subject to maximum accumulation allowed at 15 days for employees on CTC basis and at 300 days for other employees. The leave over and above 15 days for CTC employees and over 300 days for others is encashed and paid to employees as per the balance as on June 30 every year. Benefit would be paid at the time of separation based on the last drawn basic salary.

16. Hedging Contracts:

The Group uses foreign exchange forward contracts, currency & interest rate swaps and options to hedge its exposure to movements in foreign exchange rates. The use of these foreign exchange forward contracts, currency & interest rate swaps and options reduces the risk or cost to the Group and the Group does not use the foreign exchange forward contracts, currency & interest rate swaps and options for trading or speculation purposes.

The Group also uses commodity futures contracts for hedging the exposure to bunker price risk.

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