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National Industrial Classification 2008 - India

50 Water transport

This division includes the transport of passengers or freight over water, whether scheduled or not. Also included are the operation of towing or pushing boats, excursion, cruise or sightseeing boats, ferries, water taxis etc. Although the location is an indicator for the separation between sea and inland water transport, the deciding factor is the type of vessel used. Transport on sea-going vessels is classified in groups 50.1 and 50.2, while transport using other vessels is classified in groups 50.3 and 50.4. This division excludes restaurant and bar activities on board ships (see 56.10, 56.30), if carried out by separate units.

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  1. >H Transportation and storage
  2. >50 Water transport
  3. >50 Water transport

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Frequently asked questions

What is NIC 2008 50?
NIC 2008 50 is "Water transport". This division includes the transport of passengers or freight over water, whether scheduled or not. Also included are the operation of towing or pushing boats, excursion, cruise or sightseeing boats, ferries, water taxis etc. Although the location is an indicator for the separation between sea and inland water transport, the deciding factor is the type of vessel used. Transport on sea-going vessels is classified in groups 50.1 and 50.2, while transport using other vessels is classified in groups 50.3 and 50.4. This division excludes restaurant and bar activities on board ships (see 56.10, 56.30), if carried out by separate units.
What does NIC 2008 50 include?
50 Water transport contains 2 direct subcategories: 501 Sea and coastal water transport; 502 Inland water transport.
What is the parent category of 50?
50 Water transport sits under 50 Water transport in the NIC 2008 hierarchy.

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