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)
- Headquarters
- Tokyo, Japan
- Founded
- 1919
- Alliance
- Independent (ONE member for container)

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
Ranking positions
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line)
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) vs Mediterranean Shipping Compagny: full comparison
Fleet & capacity
Global presence
Environmental impact
Business profile
Safety
Environmental deep dive
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K 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).
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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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