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Hapag-Lloyd vs Ocean Network Express

Side-by-side comparison of Hapag-Lloyd and Ocean Network Express across fleet, coverage, emissions and performance.

Hapag-Lloyd logo

Hapag-Lloyd

Headquarters
Hamburg, Germany
Founded
1847
Alliance
Gemini Cooperation
vs
Ocean Network Express logo

Ocean Network Express

Headquarters
Singapore, Singapore
Founded
2017
Alliance
Premier Alliance

At a glance

  • Fleet size:Hapag-Lloyd
  • Container fleet capacity:Hapag-Lloyd
  • Ports covered:Hapag-Lloyd
  • Carbon efficiency (EEDI):Ocean Network Express
  • Annual revenue:Hapag-Lloyd

Hapag-Lloyd vs Ocean Network Express: full comparison

Fleet & capacity

Metric
Hapag-Lloyd
Ocean Network Express
Fleet size
299 ships
254 ships
Container fleet capacity
2.3 M TEU
1.9 M TEU
Volume transported
11.9 M TEU
12 M TEU
Owned terminals
20
8

Global presence

Metric
Hapag-Lloyd
Ocean Network Express
Ports covered
600
244
Maritime lines
133
165
Countries of presence
139
120

Environmental impact

Metric
Hapag-Lloyd
Ocean Network Express
Carbon efficiency (EEDI)
43.7 gCO₂/TEU·km
40.5 gCO₂/TEU·km
Annual fleet CO₂ (Scope 1)
12.6 ktCO₂eq
10,271 ktCO₂eq
Major oil spills
0
0
Biofuel / dual-fuel fleet
1 %
0 %

Business profile

Metric
Hapag-Lloyd
Ocean Network Express
Annual revenue
18.3 B$
14.5 B$
Alliance
Gemini Cooperation
Premier Alliance
Year established
1847
2017

Safety

Metric
Hapag-Lloyd
Ocean Network Express
Worker fatalities
0
0
Training per employee
—
10 h/yr

Environmental deep dive

Hapag-Lloyd has the lower environmental footprint across the metrics compared here.

Carbon efficiency (EEDI)

Hapag-Lloyd43.7 gCO₂/TEU·km
Ocean Network Express40.5 gCO₂/TEU·km

Annual fleet CO₂ (Scope 1)

Hapag-Lloyd12.6 ktCO₂eq
Ocean Network Express10,271 ktCO₂eq

Major oil spills

Hapag-Lloyd0
Ocean Network Express0

Biofuel / dual-fuel fleet

Hapag-Lloyd1 %
Ocean Network Express0 %

Verified fleet emissions (EU MRV)

Verified data reported under the EU MRV regulation (source: EMSA / THETIS-MRV).

Hapag-Lloyd

63
Ships
2.10
CO₂ 2025 (Mt)

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Ocean Network Express

29
Ships
0.78
CO₂ 2025 (Mt)

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Hapag-Lloyd vs Ocean Network Express: the verdict

Here is how Hapag-Lloyd and Ocean Network Express compare across the metrics that matter most. Hapag-Lloyd operates the larger fleet. Hapag-Lloyd offers the wider port coverage. Ocean Network Express is the more carbon-efficient carrier. Hapag-Lloyd sails with Gemini Cooperation, while Ocean Network Express belongs to Premier Alliance.

Frequently asked questions

Is Hapag-Lloyd or Ocean Network Express the bigger carrier?▼

Hapag-Lloyd operates the larger fleet of the two, based on number of ships in service.

Which is greener, Hapag-Lloyd or Ocean Network Express?▼

Ocean Network Express is the more carbon-efficient carrier, with a lower EEDI across its fleet.

Which carrier has wider coverage, Hapag-Lloyd or Ocean Network Express?▼

Hapag-Lloyd calls at more ports worldwide, giving it the broader global network.

Where are Hapag-Lloyd and Ocean Network Express headquartered?▼

Hapag-Lloyd is headquartered in Hamburg, Germany, while Ocean Network Express is based in Singapore, Singapore.

Which alliances do Hapag-Lloyd and Ocean Network Express belong to?▼

Hapag-Lloyd is part of Gemini Cooperation, while Ocean Network Express sails with Premier Alliance.

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