Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) vs Ocean Network Express
Side-by-side comparison of Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and Ocean Network Express across fleet, coverage, emissions and performance.

Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line)
- Headquarters
- Tokyo, Japan
- Founded
- 1885
- Alliance
- Independent (ONE member for container)

Ocean Network Express
- Headquarters
- Singapore, Singapore
- Founded
- 2017
- Alliance
- Premier Alliance
At a glance
- Fleet size:Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line)
- Ports covered:Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line)
- Annual revenue:Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line)
Ranking positions
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line)
Ocean Network Express
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) vs Ocean Network Express: full comparison
Fleet & capacity
Global presence
Environmental impact
Business profile
Safety
Environmental deep dive
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and Ocean Network Express are evenly matched on environmental performance.
Carbon efficiency (EEDI)
Annual fleet CO₂ (Scope 1)
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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Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) vs Ocean Network Express: the verdict
Here is how Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and Ocean Network Express compare across the metrics that matter most. Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) operates the larger fleet. Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) offers the wider port coverage. Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) sails with Independent (ONE member for container), while Ocean Network Express belongs to Premier Alliance.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) or Ocean Network Express the bigger carrier?▼
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) operates the larger fleet of the two, based on number of ships in service.
Which carrier has wider coverage, Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) or Ocean Network Express?▼
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) calls at more ports worldwide, giving it the broader global network.
Where are Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and Ocean Network Express headquartered?▼
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, while Ocean Network Express is based in Singapore, Singapore.
Which alliances do Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and Ocean Network Express belong to?▼
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) is part of Independent (ONE member for container), while Ocean Network Express sails with Premier Alliance.
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