ranking_fleet_size.Global Maritime Companies Ranking by
ranking_fleet_size.Number of Ships

ranking_fleet_size.Discover the world's largest shipping companies ranked by fleet size, updated for 2025. ranking_fleet_size.Our comprehensive analysis covers major global carriers and their shipping capacity.

ranking_fleet_size.Total Companies Analyzed

180

ranking_fleet_size.Combined Fleet Size

12.000+

ranking_fleet_size.Global TEU Capacity

120M+

ranking_fleet_size.Top 3 Maritime Companies with the largest fleet size

ranking_fleet_size.The podium below showcases the three largest shipping companies globally based on fleet size. ranking_fleet_size.These industry leaders collectively operate over 2,500 vessels and represent a significant portion of the global shipping capacity.

1
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
Switzerland
880
ships
2
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines
Japan
873
ships
3
Nippon Yusen Kaisha
Nippon Yusen Kaisha
Japan
824
ships

ranking_fleet_size.Understanding Maritime Rankings

ranking_fleet_size.Key Ranking Criteria

ranking_fleet_size.Fleet Size

ranking_fleet_size.Primary Factor

ranking_fleet_size.Fleet size is the central metric in our ranking system. ranking_fleet_size.It refers to the total number of vessels operated by a company. ranking_fleet_size.This factor best represents operational capacity, shipping network reach, and investment scale. ranking_fleet_size.A larger fleet not only increases route flexibility but also enhances reliability, resilience, and service frequency across global trade lanes.

ranking_fleet_size.Our Methodology

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ranking_fleet_size.Data Collection

ranking_fleet_size.The ranking process begins with data collection, gathering verified information from company financial reports, maritime industry associations, and trusted shipping databases.

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ranking_fleet_size.Verification

ranking_fleet_size.Once collected, every data point undergoes a verification process where it is cross-referenced with multiple independent sources to confirm accuracy.

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ranking_fleet_size.Analysis

ranking_fleet_size.The next stage is analysis, where companies are ranked mainly by fleet size. ranking_fleet_size.Secondary consideration is given to TEU capacity and overall shipping volume, offering a broader understanding of each company's logistical capabilities.

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ranking_fleet_size.Quarterly Updates

ranking_fleet_size.Finally, our rankings are updated quarterly, ensuring they reflect the latest changes, including new vessel acquisitions, fleet reductions, mergers, and operational shifts.

ranking_fleet_size.Why Fleet Size Matters in Shipping Rankings

ranking_fleet_size.Fleet size is more than a number—it indicates strategic commitment, investment capacity, and global competitiveness.

ranking_fleet_size.Operational Scale

ranking_fleet_size.A larger fleet means a company can operate more routes, maintain higher frequency schedules, and better respond to global supply chain fluctuations.

ranking_fleet_size.Market Resilience

ranking_fleet_size.Companies with numerous vessels are better positioned to absorb disruptions such as port congestion, equipment shortages, or geopolitical instability.

ranking_fleet_size.Investment Capacity

ranking_fleet_size.Fleet size highlights investment strength, showing a company's long-term dedication to maintaining and expanding its maritime infrastructure.

ranking_fleet_size.Global Maritime Companies Ranking

ranking_fleet_size.The comprehensive table below ranks the world's leading maritime shipping companies based on their fleet size. ranking_fleet_size.Additional metrics such as TEU capacity and volume transported provide further context on each company's market position.

ranking_fleet_size.Rankranking_fleet_size.Companyranking_fleet_size.Number of ships
1
Mediterranean Shipping Compagny
880
2
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines
873
3
Nippon Yusen Kaisha
824
4
A.P. Moller - Maersk
715
5
CMA CGM Group
658
6
COSCO Shipping
516
7
Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha
451
8
Hapag-Lloyd
299
9
Cheng Lie Navigation
289
10
Ocean Network Express
254

ranking_fleet_size.Global Shipping Industry Insights

ranking_fleet_size.Global Shipping Market Size by Segment

ranking_fleet_size.Container Shipping$180B
ranking_fleet_size.Bulk Carriers$110B
ranking_fleet_size.Tankers$95B
ranking_fleet_size.Other Segments$75B

ranking_fleet_size.Source: ranking_fleet_size.International Maritime Organization, ranking_fleet_size.2025

ranking_fleet_size.Industry Growth Trends

ranking_fleet_size.Annual Fleet Growth Rate4,2%

ranking_fleet_size.The global shipping fleet continues to expand, with an average annual growth rate of 4,2% over the past five years.

ranking_fleet_size.Container Trade Volume+5,8%

ranking_fleet_size.Global container trade volume increased by 5,8% year-over-year, reaching 180 million TEUs.

ranking_fleet_size.Industry ConsolidationTop 10: 85%

ranking_fleet_size.The top 10 shipping companies now control 85% of global container capacity, up from 74% five years ago.

ranking_fleet_size.Source: ranking_fleet_size.World Shipping Council, ranking_fleet_size.2025

ranking_fleet_size.Regional Distribution & Leadership in Global Shipping

ranking_fleet_size.Asia-Pacific Dominance

ranking_fleet_size.The Asia-Pacific region dominates the global maritime sector, with companies from China, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan accounting for over 60% of the world's top 20 shipping lines by fleet size.

  • ranking_fleet_size.China's COSCO Shipping notably grew its fleet by 15% in the past year, driven by robust trade demand
  • ranking_fleet_size.This regional strength reflects Asia's role as the hub of global manufacturing and maritime trade

ranking_fleet_size.European Maritime Tradition

ranking_fleet_size.European shipping lines continue to be key players in the industry:

  • ranking_fleet_size.Countries like Switzerland, Denmark, Germany, and France are well represented in the top 10 global rankings.
  • ranking_fleet_size.MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company), based in Switzerland, has surpassed Maersk as the largest container shipping company in the world, underlining Europe's continued strategic presence in maritime logistics.

ranking_fleet_size.Frequently Asked Questions

ranking_fleet_size.How are maritime companies ranked in this list?
ranking_fleet_size.Companies are ranked primarily by fleet size, with secondary metrics such as TEU capacity, cargo volume, and global port coverage.
ranking_fleet_size.How often is the maritime companies ranking updated?
ranking_fleet_size.Rankings are updated quarterly to reflect fleet changes, mergers, acquisitions, and market trends.
ranking_fleet_size.What is TEU and why is it important in shipping?
ranking_fleet_size.A TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) is a standard measure of container capacity, crucial for comparing cargo volumes across companies.
ranking_fleet_size.Why has MSC overtaken Maersk as the world's largest shipping company?
ranking_fleet_size.MSC has aggressively expanded its fleet and market reach, overtaking Maersk by number of vessels and TEU capacity in recent years.
ranking_fleet_size.How has the COVID-19 pandemic affected maritime shipping rankings?
ranking_fleet_size.COVID-19 led to temporary disruptions, but also accelerated digitalization and fleet realignments, influencing ranking dynamics post-2021.
ranking_fleet_size.What role do alliances play in the maritime shipping industry?
ranking_fleet_size.Strategic alliances (2M, THE Alliance, Ocean Alliance, and others) allow carriers to optimize routes, share capacity, and enhance global service coverage.

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