Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) vs ZIM Integrated Shipping
Side-by-side comparison of Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and ZIM Integrated Shipping across fleet, coverage, emissions and performance.

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

ZIM Integrated Shipping
- Headquarters
- Haifa, Israel
- Founded
- 1945
- Alliance
- Independent
At a glance
- Fleet size:Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line)
- Ports covered:ZIM Integrated Shipping
- Annual revenue:Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line)
Ranking positions
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Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) vs ZIM Integrated Shipping: full comparison
Fleet & capacity
Global presence
Environmental impact
Business profile
Safety
Environmental deep dive
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and ZIM Integrated Shipping 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 ZIM Integrated Shipping: the verdict
Here is how Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and ZIM Integrated Shipping compare across the metrics that matter most. Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) operates the larger fleet. ZIM Integrated Shipping offers the wider port coverage. Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) sails with Independent (ONE member for container), while ZIM Integrated Shipping belongs to Independent.
Frequently asked questions
Is Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) or ZIM Integrated Shipping 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 ZIM Integrated Shipping?▼
ZIM Integrated Shipping calls at more ports worldwide, giving it the broader global network.
Where are Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and ZIM Integrated Shipping headquartered?▼
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, while ZIM Integrated Shipping is based in Haifa, Israel.
Which alliances do Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) and ZIM Integrated Shipping belong to?▼
Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line) is part of Independent (ONE member for container), while ZIM Integrated Shipping sails with Independent.
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