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MAERSK

2,245 followers

Operating a vast fleet of container vessels, Maersk connects major global economies and provides integrated logistics services, ensuring seamless cargo movement.

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COSCO

1,673 followers

COSCO operates a fleet of over 10,000 ships, including more than 500 container vessels. The company ships over 3,1 million TEUs annually worldwide.

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ONE

1,142 followers

Ocean Network Express is a global container shipping company. ONE operates an extensive fleet and provides reliable shipping solutions worldwide.

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CMA CGM

2,040 followers

CMA CGM is a leading global shipping company, renowned for its extensive fleet and innovative logistics solutions, serving over 420 ports worldwide.

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MSC

2,892 followers

Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) is the world’s largest container shipping company. It operates a massive fleet that plays a crucial role in global trade logistics.

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EVERGREEN

1,096 followers

Evergreen Marine operates a fleet exceeding 200 vessels, with a total container capacity surpassing 1,5 million TEUs, facilitates international trade and connectivity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Maritime intelligence in plain English

Common questions about ports, carriers, vessel tracking and how Seadex builds its global maritime dataset.

What is Seadex?

Seadex is a maritime intelligence platform by Sinay covering 19,300+ ports across 190 countries and 200+ ocean carriers. It compares shipping companies across fleet size, container volume, environmental performance and revenue, and provides port-level data on congestion, traffic and connectivity. The data is compiled from AIS feeds, carrier sustainability reports and industry datasets. Browse the carrier directory.

How many ports and shipping companies does Seadex cover?

Seadex tracks over 19,300 commercial ports across 190 countries and 200+ ocean carriers, including all major container lines (MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, COSCO, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, HMM, Evergreen) and dozens of regional players. The dataset is refreshed continuously from AIS positions and updated quarterly from carrier disclosures. Open the port directory.

Which is the largest shipping company by fleet size?

As of 2026, MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company) leads the global fleet-size ranking with 880+ vessels, followed by Maersk and CMA CGM. The top 3 carriers together operate roughly a third of the world container fleet capacity. See the full fleet-size ranking.

How are carriers ranked on Seadex?

Seadex ranks carriers across 17 criteria including fleet size, container volume transported, ports of call, maritime lines, annual revenue, CO2 emissions, EEDI, alternative fuels adoption and container loss rates. Rankings refresh quarterly and source values from audited carrier reports and trusted maritime datasets. View the ranking hub.

Which carriers use alternative fuels or biofuels?

Several global carriers have invested in dual-fuel and biofuel-capable vessels. Seadex tracks the percentage of each fleet running on alternative fuels and ranks them publicly — useful for shippers with sustainability commitments. Compare carriers using alternative fuels.

How do I track an MSC, Maersk or CMA CGM container?

Every carrier profile on Seadex includes a tracking section with the official carrier tracking link plus a Safecube real-time tracking option that works across multiple carriers from a single bill of lading or container number. Open the MSC carrier page.

Which countries have the largest shipping companies?

Switzerland (MSC), Denmark (Maersk), France (CMA CGM), China (COSCO, OOCL), Singapore (PIL, X-Press Feeders), Germany (Hapag-Lloyd) and South Korea (HMM) host the largest maritime carriers. Seadex provides dedicated rankings by HQ country and by trade region. Top carriers by HQ country.

Is Seadex free to use and how often is it updated?

Yes — all Seadex data and rankings are accessible without registration. Port data refreshes daily from AIS feeds, carrier rankings refresh quarterly when new disclosures land, and news and disruptions are updated continuously.

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01

Fleet Size

Ranking by number of ships

Compare shipping companies based on the total number of vessels in their fleet

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02

Volume Transported

Ranking by million TEU transported

See which shipping companies move the largest volume of containers globally

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03

Fleet Capacity

Ranking by container fleet capacity (M TEU)

Compare the total carrying capacity of shipping company fleets worldwide

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04

Ports Coverage

Ranking by number of covered ports

Compare shipping companies based on their global port coverage and network reach

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05

Global Presence

Ranking by presence in number of countries

See which shipping companies have the widest global footprint across different countries

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06

Maritime Routes

Ranking by number of maritime lines

Discover which companies offer the most extensive network of maritime shipping routes

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07

Energy Efficiency

Ranking by EEDI (gCO2 per TEUkm)

Compare the Energy Efficiency Design Index of different shipping companie.

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08

Operational Efficiency

Ranking by annual CO2 reduction (EEOI)

See which companies are improving their Energy Efficiency Operational Indicator the fastest

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09

Container Safety

Ranking by containers lost (% of moved TEU)

Compare companies based on their container safety record and loss prevention

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10

Total Emissions Reduction

Ranking by annual CO2 reduction (total operations)

See which companies are reducing their total carbon footprint the fastest

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11

Fleet Emissions Reduction

Ranking by annual CO2 reduction (fleet only)

Compare companies based on how quickly they re reducing their fleet emissions

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12

Alternative Fuels

Ranking by fleet % using biofuels or dual-fuel engines

Discover which companies are leading in the adoption of cleaner fuel technologies

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13

Fleet Emissions

Total fleet emissions (ktons CO2eq, Scope 1)

Compare the absolute emissions from shipping fleets without adjusting for company size

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14

Total Company Emissions

Total company emissions (ktons CO2eq)

See the total carbon footprint of shipping companies including all operations

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15

CO2 Emissions (WtW)

Ranking by CO2 emissions (Well-to-Wake)

Compare the lifecycle CO2 emissions of shipping companies from fuel production to vessel operation

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16

Annual CO2 Reduction (Scope 1)

Ranking by annual % CO2 reduction (Scope 1)

Track which shipping companies are achieving the fastest annual reduction in direct CO2 emissions

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17

Annual Revenue

Ranking by annual revenue (USD bn)

Compare shipping companies based on their annual revenue and market share

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