Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. (MSC) is the world’s largest container shipping line by capacity, headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland. Founded in 1970 by Gianluigi Aponte, MSC operates a global network linking major trade lanes across more than 150 countries. The company is privately owned by the Aponte family and complements its ocean services with port terminal investments via Terminal Investment Limited (TIL) and inland logistics and intermodal connections.
For the chemical industry, MSC transports containerized raw materials, intermediates, and finished products, including hazardous substances handled in accordance with the International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code and other applicable regulations. The carrier applies dedicated dangerous goods procedures, uses specialized equipment where required, and provides temperature-controlled capabilities for sensitive cargoes. Its schedule coverage, terminal footprint, and rail/road links help integrate ocean, port, and inland legs, enabling compliant, traceable transport across chemical supply chains worldwide.
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MSC Shipping and Mediterranean Shipping Company.
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