Company profile
Hapag-Lloyd HLCU
Hamburg, GermanyFounded in 1847≈ 18 bn $ revenueGemini Cooperation member
Hapag-Lloyd Shipping Company: Global Maritime Leader
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Hapag-Lloyd — Key Metrics
Vessels
299
global fleet
TEU capacity
2.3M
containers (TEU)
Ports
600
/ 139 countries
Lines
133
maritime
Countries
139
served
Terminals
20
via TIL
Data FY 2023 · Updated Jan 14, 2025
About the maritime company Hapag-Lloyd
Company Presentation
NameHapag-Lloyd
AbbreviationHPL
SCAC CodeHLCU
Year Established1847
Headquarter LocationHamburg, Germany
Address25,Ballindamm
map — Hamburg, Germany
What is Hapag-Lloyd?
Hapag-Lloyd is a leading global shipping and logistics company based in Germany. With a strong presence on major international trade routes, Hapag-Lloyd offers reliable and efficient shipping solutions for businesses worldwide.
Fleet size≈ 299 ships
TEU capacity≈ 2.3 million TEU
Routes133 global routes
Ports served600 ports · 139 countries
Annual revenue≈ 18.3 billion $ / year
Hapag-Lloyd — General Information
Connectivity
Number Of Maritime Lines
133
Company Presence Number Of Country
139
Area Covered
EuropeMediterraneanAsiaOceaniaAfricaNorth AmericaSouth AmericaCentral America and Caribbean
Transportation Links
sea
road
rail
Shipping Services
Number Of Ships
299
Number Of Covered Ports
600
Number Of Container Fleet Capacity In Millions In TEU
2.3M TEU
Volume Transported In Million TEU
11.9M TEU
Merchandise Type
cargobulk
Infrastructure
Number Of Owned Terminals
20
Storage Volume Square Meter
No data
Major Hapag-Lloyd Services
An end-to-end offering covering ocean freight, intermodal and value-added services
Container Shipping
Reliable and efficient global cargo transport.
Reefer Cargo
Specialized refrigerated container solutions for perishable goods.
Digital Logistics
AI-driven tracking and shipment management tools.
Special Cargo Handling
Secure transport solutions for oversized and high-value cargo.
Sustainability Initiatives
Investments in eco-friendly vessels and green logistics strategies.
Missing information ?
Contact usBiggest ships in Hapag-Lloyd Fleet
The flagships of the fleet, ranked by carrying capacity
63 ships reporting under EU MRV — 2.10 Mt of CO₂ in 2025 (verified EMSA data)
View the fleet & its emissions →Hapag-Lloyd Al Jmeliyah
Ultra-large container vessel optimized for transcontinental shipping.
Hapag-Lloyd Al Muraykh
High-capacity vessel integrating advanced fuel-efficient technologies.
Hapag-Lloyd Al Zubara
Cutting-edge ship with AI-driven navigation systems.
Hapag-Lloyd — Environmental Impact
Biodiversity
Voluntary Speed Reduction Programs For Cetaceansyes
Partnerships With NGOs Or Othersyes
Percentage Of Fleet Equiped With Ballast Water Treatment100
Initiatives
- will not use the Arctic routev(NSR)
Sustainability Practices
Fleet Annual CO2 Emissions (Per Ktons)12.6
Total Emissions (Per Ktons)14.8
EEDI CO2 per TEU (Per Km)43.7
Waste & Pollution
Containers Losts221
Containers Losts In Percentage Of Moved TEU0.01
Total wast (per Ktons)No data
Major Oil Spills0
Recycling initiativesNo data
Alternative Fuels
Fleet Percentage Using Biofuels4%
Fleet Percentage Using Biofuels Or Dual Fuel Engines1%
Initiatives
- aiming for 8 dual ships in 2025
- engaged in the Rotterdam- Singapore Green Corridor
- goal of net zero emissions by 2045, 5 years earlier than IMO's standard
Hapag-Lloyd — Business Overview
Financial Overview
Annual Throughput
Security Measures
Fatalities Among Workers0
Lost Time Injury FrequencyNo data
Hours Of Training Per Employee Per YearNo data
Alliances
Gemini Cooperation
Subsidiaries
D&D Rates
Detention & Demurage Rates
Demurrage and detention rates by location and container size
Antwerp, Belgium
20
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–6 daysEUR 45/day
7–9 daysEUR 65/day
10–15 daysEUR 75/day
16 days+EUR 100/day
DetentionAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 daysEUR 45/day
8–14 daysEUR 60/day
15 days+EUR 80/day
40
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–6 daysEUR 65/day
7–9 daysEUR 95/day
10–15 daysEUR 115/day
16 days+EUR 165/day
DetentionAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 daysEUR 55/day
8–14 daysEUR 70/day
15 days+EUR 110/day
Bremerhaven, Germany
20
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–8 daysEUR 60/day
9–13 daysEUR 100/day
14 days+EUR 170/day
DetentionAmount
<5 daysFree
6–8 daysEUR 45/day
9–15 daysEUR 60/day
16 days+EUR 85/day
40
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–8 daysEUR 100/day
9–13 daysEUR 170/day
14 days+EUR 220/day
DetentionAmount
<5 daysFree
6–8 daysEUR 60/day
9–15 daysEUR 75/day
16 days+EUR 125/day
Hamburg, Germany
20
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–8 daysEUR 60/day
9–13 daysEUR 100/day
14 days+EUR 170/day
DetentionAmount
<5 daysFree
6–8 daysEUR 45/day
9–15 daysEUR 60/day
16 days+EUR 85/day
40
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–8 daysEUR 100/day
9–13 daysEUR 170/day
14 days+EUR 220/day
DetentionAmount
<5 daysFree
6–8 daysEUR 60/day
9–15 daysEUR 75/day
16 days+EUR 125/day
Long Beach, USA
20
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 days$255/day
8–12 days$300/day
13 days+$350/day
DetentionAmount
<3 daysFree
4–6 days$240/day
7–9 days$290/day
10 days+$340/day
40
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 days$255/day
8–12 days$300/day
13 days+$350/day
DetentionAmount
<3 daysFree
4–6 days$240/day
7–9 days$290/day
10 days+$340/day
Los Angeles, USA
20
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 days$255/day
8–12 days$300/day
13 days+$350/day
DetentionAmount
<3 daysFree
4–6 days$240/day
7–9 days$290/day
10 days+$340/day
40
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 days$255/day
8–12 days$300/day
13 days+$350/day
DetentionAmount
<3 daysFree
4–6 days$240/day
7–9 days$290/day
10 days+$340/day
New York, USA
20
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 days$215/day
8–12 days$265/day
13 days+$315/day
DetentionAmount
<3 daysFree
4–6 days$200/day
7–9 days$250/day
10 days+$300/day
40
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 days$215/day
8–12 days$265/day
13 days+$315/day
DetentionAmount
<3 daysFree
4–6 days$200/day
7–9 days$250/day
10 days+$300/day
Rotterdam, Netherlands
20
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–9 daysEUR 65/day
10–14 daysEUR 125/day
15 days+EUR 220/day
DetentionAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 daysEUR 45/day
8–14 daysEUR 60/day
15 days+EUR 80/day
40
DemurrageAmount
<4 daysFree
5–9 daysEUR 80/day
10–14 daysEUR 210/day
15 days+EUR 300/day
DetentionAmount
<4 daysFree
5–7 daysEUR 55/day
8–14 daysEUR 70/day
15 days+EUR 110/day
Rates are subject to change and may vary based on specific contract terms
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