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Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) vs Mediterranean Shipping Compagny

Side-by-side comparison of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) and Mediterranean Shipping Compagny across fleet, coverage, emissions and performance.

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) logo

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)

Headquarters
Tokyo, Japan
Founded
1919
Alliance
Independent (ONE member for container)
vs
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny logo

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
  • Annual revenue:Mediterranean Shipping Compagny

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) vs Mediterranean Shipping Compagny: full comparison

Fleet & capacity

Metric
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Fleet size
400 ships
880 ships
Container fleet capacity
6.3 M TEU
Volume transported
24.5 M TEU
Owned terminals
48

Global presence

Metric
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Ports covered
200
520
Maritime lines
80
300
Countries of presence
155

Environmental impact

Metric
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Carbon efficiency (EEDI)
42.1 gCO₂/TEU·km
Annual fleet CO₂ (Scope 1)
33,046 ktCO₂eq
Total waste
366 kt
Major oil spills
0
Biofuel / dual-fuel fleet
4 %

Business profile

Metric
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Annual revenue
7.5 B$
91.1 B$
Alliance
Independent (ONE member for container)
Independent (former 2M)
Year established
1919
1970

Safety

Metric
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Worker fatalities
5
Lost-time injury frequency
2.89
Training per employee
23 h/yr

Environmental deep dive

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) and Mediterranean Shipping Compagny are evenly matched on environmental performance.

Carbon efficiency (EEDI)

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny42.1 gCO₂/TEU·km

Annual fleet CO₂ (Scope 1)

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny33,046 ktCO₂eq

Total waste

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny366 kt

Major oil spills

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny0

Biofuel / dual-fuel fleet

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny4 %

Verified fleet emissions (EU MRV)

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

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)

Mediterranean Shipping Compagny

602
Ships
12.24
CO₂ 2025 (Mt)

View the fleet & its emissions

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) vs Mediterranean Shipping Compagny: the verdict

Here is how Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K 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. Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) sails with Independent (ONE member for container), while Mediterranean Shipping Compagny belongs to Independent (former 2M).

Frequently asked questions

Is Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K 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, Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) or Mediterranean Shipping Compagny?

Mediterranean Shipping Compagny calls at more ports worldwide, giving it the broader global network.

Where are Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) and Mediterranean Shipping Compagny headquartered?

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, while Mediterranean Shipping Compagny is based in Geneva, Switzerland.

Which alliances do Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) and Mediterranean Shipping Compagny belong to?

Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) is part of Independent (ONE member for container), while Mediterranean Shipping Compagny sails with Independent (former 2M).

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