Founded in 1970, Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC), S.A of Geneva, Switzerland, is one of the world’s leading container shipping lines. We are a privately owned global organisation operating a network of over 493 offices in 155 countries, employing a team of over 70,000 dedicated individuals. We have an established fleet of over 490 container vessels with 21 million TEU carried annually. Our global sailing schedules cover 205 routes, calling 500 ports, allowing us to deliver our clients’ cargo almost anywhere in the world.

With a streamlined management structure in Geneva, MSC has become a leading customer focused and cost effective global transportation solution for many shippers. Providing an unparalleled service network via dedicated own offices throughout the world, MSC remains a truly independent and private Company that is able to respond quickly to market changes.

• Together, we are MSC

At MSC, we’re proud that, through our organic growth from a one-vessel operation to a global organisation, we’re a company driven by people, not by systems and we believe it’s this ethos that has led us to be so successful. Together, we are MSC.​

Capt. Gianluigi Aponte - Group Executive Chairman

• Our Mission

Our shipping expertise has been built over the past generations by carrying people and goods all over the world.

In a global economy, our mission is to offer reliable and sustainable transport solutions by sea, road and rail to customers in all industries.

We achieve this, as a family-owned business, by building long-term relationships founded on knowledge, professionalism and care.

• Our Values

We are Family Company
We have Passion
We are in a Continuous Evolution
We believe in Equal Opportunities
We Care for People

Our values are the beating heart of our business.

They are the cornerstones of our company and support our vision, shape our culture and establish our future direction. These values are our guiding light. They set a clear path for us to follow, they help us grow together in the right direction and they provide all of us with the spirit of success.