Ocean Network Express vs Regional Container Lines (RCL)
Side-by-side comparison of Ocean Network Express and Regional Container Lines (RCL) across fleet, coverage, emissions and performance.

Ocean Network Express
- Headquarters
- Singapore, Singapore
- Founded
- 2017
- Alliance
- Premier Alliance

Regional Container Lines (RCL)
- Headquarters
- Bangkok, Thailand
- Founded
- 1979
- Alliance
- Independent
At a glance
- Fleet size:Ocean Network Express
- Container fleet capacity:Ocean Network Express
- Ports covered:Ocean Network Express
Ranking positions
Ocean Network Express
Ocean Network Express vs Regional Container Lines (RCL): full comparison
Fleet & capacity
Global presence
Environmental impact
Business profile
Safety
Environmental deep dive
Ocean Network Express and Regional Container Lines (RCL) 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).
Regional Container Lines (RCL)
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Ocean Network Express vs Regional Container Lines (RCL): the verdict
Here is how Ocean Network Express and Regional Container Lines (RCL) compare across the metrics that matter most. Ocean Network Express operates the larger fleet. Ocean Network Express offers the wider port coverage. Ocean Network Express sails with Premier Alliance, while Regional Container Lines (RCL) belongs to Independent.
Frequently asked questions
Is Ocean Network Express or Regional Container Lines (RCL) the bigger carrier?▼
Ocean Network Express operates the larger fleet of the two, based on number of ships in service.
Which carrier has wider coverage, Ocean Network Express or Regional Container Lines (RCL)?▼
Ocean Network Express calls at more ports worldwide, giving it the broader global network.
Where are Ocean Network Express and Regional Container Lines (RCL) headquartered?▼
Ocean Network Express is headquartered in Singapore, Singapore, while Regional Container Lines (RCL) is based in Bangkok, Thailand.
Which alliances do Ocean Network Express and Regional Container Lines (RCL) belong to?▼
Ocean Network Express is part of Premier Alliance, while Regional Container Lines (RCL) sails with Independent.
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