
MSC
Overview
Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC) is one of the world’s largest container shipping lines, operating a vast global network that connects over 500 ports across more than 155 countries. Founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte in Naples, Italy, MSC remains a family-owned company, now headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. With a fleet of more than 700 vessels, MSC transports millions of containers annually and plays a key role in global trade. The company also operates in logistics, terminal services, and cruises (through its subsidiary, MSC Cruises). MSC is known for its customer-centric approach and is actively investing in sustainability, digitalization, and cleaner fuel alternatives to reduce its environmental footprint.