Emirates Shipping Line vs Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Side-by-side comparison of Emirates Shipping Line and Mediterranean Shipping Compagny across fleet, coverage, emissions and performance.

Emirates Shipping Line
- Headquarters
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Founded
- 2006
- Alliance
- Independent

Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
- Headquarters
- Geneva, Switzerland
- Founded
- 1970
- Alliance
- Independent (former 2M)
At a glance
- Fleet size:Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
- Ports covered:Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Ranking positions
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Emirates Shipping Line vs Mediterranean Shipping Compagny: full comparison
Fleet & capacity
Global presence
Environmental impact
Business profile
Safety
Environmental deep dive
Emirates Shipping Line and Mediterranean Shipping Compagny are evenly matched on environmental performance.
Carbon efficiency (EEDI)
Annual fleet CO₂ (Scope 1)
Total waste
Major oil spills
Biofuel / dual-fuel fleet
Verified fleet emissions (EU MRV)
Verified data reported under the EU MRV regulation (source: EMSA / THETIS-MRV).
Emirates Shipping Line
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Emirates Shipping Line vs Mediterranean Shipping Compagny: the verdict
Here is how Emirates Shipping Line and Mediterranean Shipping Compagny compare across the metrics that matter most. Mediterranean Shipping Compagny operates the larger fleet. Mediterranean Shipping Compagny offers the wider port coverage. Emirates Shipping Line sails with Independent, while Mediterranean Shipping Compagny belongs to Independent (former 2M).
Frequently asked questions
Is Emirates Shipping Line or Mediterranean Shipping Compagny the bigger carrier?▼
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny operates the larger fleet of the two, based on number of ships in service.
Which carrier has wider coverage, Emirates Shipping Line or Mediterranean Shipping Compagny?▼
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny calls at more ports worldwide, giving it the broader global network.
Where are Emirates Shipping Line and Mediterranean Shipping Compagny headquartered?▼
Emirates Shipping Line is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, while Mediterranean Shipping Compagny is based in Geneva, Switzerland.
Which alliances do Emirates Shipping Line and Mediterranean Shipping Compagny belong to?▼
Emirates Shipping Line is part of Independent, while Mediterranean Shipping Compagny sails with Independent (former 2M).
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