There exist a few public sector firms that offer trading and marketing services across the country. The list of all possible firms is mentioned below.

List of Companies in North Zone

Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India Ltd. – Central Cottage Industries Corporation of India Ltd was incorporated in the year 1948. The main objective of the organization is to share traditional craftsmanship globally. The handlooms and handicrafts developed presents a part of the dynamic Indian culture.

Central Warehousing Corporation- The organization acts as a pioneer in offering logistics and warehousing services across the country. The company was incorporated in the year 1957 and supports 476 warehouses all over India.

Cotton Corporation of India Ltd- Cotton Corporation of India Ltd stands with the objective to support the interest of cotton farmers. The firm acts as a strong body in procuring of Kapas and in the marketing of cotton.

Food Corporation of India- Food Corporation of India was established in the year of 1964. The main objective of the firm is to distribute the food grains among public through various distribution centers.

Handicrafts & Handloom Exports Corporation of India Ltd - Handicrafts & Handloom Exports Corporation of India Ltd was established in the year 1962. They have a major role in exposing Indian tradition and culture across globe. The products exported by the company are mentioned below.

• Indian Handicrafts
• Indian Handlooms
• Indian Decorative
• Indian Gifts
• Indian Antiques
• Leather Decorative
• Gems and Jewellery
• Wrought Iron Handicrafts

PEC Ltd- PEC Ltd was established in 1971 under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry. They have a major role in the trading of agricultural products, in export of engineering equipments and goods, software products and services, pharmaceutical products, etc.

State Trading Corporation of India Ltd- State Trading Corporation of India Ltd was incorporated in the year 1956 under the central government. The main role of the company is to promote international trade (in the export and import of materials).

List of Companies in East Zone

Handloom Development Corporation Ltd- From the time of incorporation in 1983, the firm stands as a pioneer in the development of handloom sector.

Jute Corporation of India Ltd- Jute Corporation of India Ltd was set up in the year 1971. The main aim of the firm is to help the jute farmers of the country and in ensuring adequate supply of raw jute for varied operations.

M S T C Ltd- M S T C Ltd was established in 1964. The organization act as a major organization in the procuring and in business of raw metals (mainly ferrous scrap).

North Eastern Handicrafts & Handloom Development Corporation Ltd- North Eastern Handicrafts & Handloom Development Corporation Development Corporation is another pioneer organization meant for the marketing and trading of handicraft and handloom products.

List of Companies in South Zone

HMT (International) Ltd- HMT (International) Ltd is an international trading organization that purchases various items for their own manufacturing purposes and for trading.

List of Companies in West Zone

MMTC Ltd - MMTC Ltd (established in 1963) is the largest foreign trade enterprise of the country. They stand as a leader in import of non-ferrous metals, fertilizers, etc.

Foreign trade has a major role in promoting the industrial operations of a country. All these firms contribute a great to the economic development of the country.