ranking_eedi_c02.Global Maritime Companies Ranking by
ranking_eedi_c02.Fleet Energy Efficiency (EEDI)

ranking_eedi_c02.Discover the world's largest shipping companies ranked by fleet energy efficiency (EEDI), updated for 2025. ranking_eedi_c02.Our comprehensive analysis covers major global carriers and their shipping capacity.

ranking_eedi_c02.Total Companies Analyzed

180

ranking_eedi_c02.Combined Fleet Size

12.000+

ranking_eedi_c02.Global TEU Capacity

120M+

ranking_eedi_c02.Top Shipping Companies Ranked by Fleet Energy Efficiency in 2025

ranking_eedi_c02.his ranking identifies the world’s leading maritime carriers based on the energy efficiency of their fleets. ranking_eedi_c02.It takes into account factors such as vessel design, propulsion technology, average fuel consumption, and implementation of IMO-compliant energy efficiency measures. ranking_eedi_c02.Updated for 2025, this ranking highlights carriers at the forefront of low-consumption, high-performance fleet operations.

1
Arkas Container Transport
Arkas Container Transport
Turkey
83.49
ranking_eedi_c02.gCO2/TEUkm
2
SITC Container Lines
SITC Container Lines
Hong Kong
70.69
ranking_eedi_c02.gCO2/TEUkm
3
Hapag-Lloyd
Hapag-Lloyd
Germany
70.59
ranking_eedi_c02.gCO2/TEUkm

ranking_eedi_c02.Understanding Maritime Rankings

ranking_eedi_c02.Key Ranking Criteria

ranking_eedi_c02.Fleet Energy Efficiency (EEDI)

ranking_eedi_c02.Primary Factor

ranking_eedi_c02.The ranking is based on how efficiently a carrier’s fleet converts energy into transport work, evaluated through metrics like EEDI (Energy Efficiency Design Index), EEXI (Existing Ship Index), and fuel consumption per distance and tonnage.

ranking_eedi_c02.Our Methodology

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ranking_eedi_c02.Data Collection

ranking_eedi_c02.We collect data from IMO emissions reports, classification societies, vessel registries, and public disclosures by shipping lines on energy performance.

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ranking_eedi_c02.Verification

ranking_eedi_c02.Energy efficiency claims are verified through third-party environmental audits, technical specifications, and emissions monitoring frameworks.

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ranking_eedi_c02.Analysis

ranking_eedi_c02.Carriers are ranked based on fleet-wide averages for fuel consumption per nautical mile per TEU or DWT. ranking_eedi_c02.We also assess vessel age, propulsion upgrades, and use of low-emission fuels.

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ranking_eedi_c02.Quarterly Updates

ranking_eedi_c02.Data is reviewed every quarter to account for newly delivered vessels, retrofitting programs, regulatory developments, and operator disclosures.

ranking_eedi_c02.Why Vessel Energy Efficiency Matters in Rankings

ranking_eedi_c02.Energy efficiency reflects a carrier’s ability to reduce operational costs, improve sustainability, and comply with environmental regulations. ranking_eedi_c02.Efficient fleets not only lower fuel consumption and GHG emissions, but also provide competitive advantages under IMO and EU carbon regulation frameworks.

ranking_eedi_c02.Fuel Cost Reduction

ranking_eedi_c02.Lower energy usage directly translates to reduced fuel costs, a key factor in liner competitiveness and rate management.

ranking_eedi_c02.Regulatory Compliance

ranking_eedi_c02.IMO 2023/2030 targets make energy efficiency a legal and operational priority, with ratings like CII impacting operational freedom and future fleet planning.

ranking_eedi_c02.Market Perception

ranking_eedi_c02.ustainable fleet operations enhance corporate reputation and attract ESG-conscious clients, investors, and cargo owner.

ranking_eedi_c02.Global Maritime Companies Ranking

ranking_eedi_c02.This list ranks carriers by average fleet energy efficiency across their operated vessels in 2025. ranking_eedi_c02.High performers demonstrate investment in clean technologies, efficient operations, and long-term sustainability strategies.

ranking_eedi_c02.Rankranking_eedi_c02.Companyranking_eedi_c02.Container Loss (% of TEU)
1
Arkas Container Transport
2
SITC Container Lines
3
Hapag-Lloyd
4
ZIM Integrated Shipping
5
Wan Hai Lines
6
CMA CGM Group
7
Ocean Network Express
8
Yang Ming Line
9
Orient Overseas Container Line
10
X-Press Container Line

ranking_eedi_c02.Global Shipping Industry Insights

ranking_eedi_c02.Global Shipping Market Size by Segment

ranking_eedi_c02.Container Shipping$180B
ranking_eedi_c02.Bulk Carriers$110B
ranking_eedi_c02.Tankers$95B
ranking_eedi_c02.Other Segments$75B

ranking_eedi_c02.Industry Growth Trends

ranking_eedi_c02.Efficiency Investment Trends ranking_eedi_c02.+2,200+ next-gen vessels

ranking_eedi_c02.Carriers globally ordered 2,200+ next-generation vessels in 2023-2024, most equipped with dual-fuel engines or optimized hull designs.

ranking_eedi_c02.Operational Efficiency Gains ranking_eedi_c02.+6,2%

ranking_eedi_c02.Average energy consumption per TEU-km decreased by 6,2% across top-performing fleets between 2021 and 2024.

ranking_eedi_c02.IMO Compliance Pressure ranking_eedi_c02.100%

ranking_eedi_c02.IMO regulations now require all ships to meet minimum EEXI and CII thresholds, directly linking energy performance to legal operations and charter eligibility.

ranking_eedi_c02.Regional Distribution & Leadership in Global Shipping

ranking_eedi_c02.Asian Innovation

ranking_eedi_c02.Japanese and Korean carriers lead in hybrid engine adoption and smart ship energy management systems, combining fuel savings with emissions transparency.

ranking_eedi_c02.European Sustainability Focus

ranking_eedi_c02.European companies, led by Maersk and CMA CGM, are pioneering the use of methanol-fueled vessels, LNG retrofits, and onboard energy optimization technologies:

ranking_eedi_c02.Frequently Asked Questions

ranking_eedi_c02.How are companies ranked in this list?
ranking_eedi_c02.By average energy efficiency of their operated fleet, based on verified metrics like EEDI, EEXI, fuel consumption per TEU or ton-mile, and low-emission propulsion adoption.
ranking_eedi_c02.What is considered “energy efficient”?
ranking_eedi_c02.A combination of advanced ship design, fuel type, propulsion technology, and real-time performance optimization that results in lower energy use per cargo unit moved.
ranking_eedi_c02.Does vessel age affect ranking?
ranking_eedi_c02.Yes, newer ships are generally more efficient, but retrofitted older vessels with modern engines and energy-saving devices are also ranked competitively.
ranking_eedi_c02.What regulations apply to energy efficiency?
ranking_eedi_c02.The IMO’s MARPOL Annex VI (EEDI, EEXI, CII) sets minimum performance standards. ranking_eedi_c02.The EU’s FuelEU Maritime and ETS schemes also reward high-efficiency carriers.

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