TUTICORIN CUSTOMS BROKERS' ASSOCIATION was initially formed on 04.10.1958, with 24 licensees. The Customs Licensed Agents Association and got registered under the Societies Registration Act Ever since its formation, the association was getting excellent co-operation from the Tuticorin minor port and the customs department as well.

The name of the association was later changed as TUTICORIN CUSTOMS BROKERS' ASSOCIATION. The association has been striving with smile and pleasure in maintaining cordial relationship with one and all concern in the shipping trade. The TCBA celebrates its golden jubilee on 04.10.2008 having successfully completed 50 years of dedicated service to the trade.