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UNPRECEDENTED GLOBAL COVERAGE:
TRADE SERVICES & INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING ROUTES

Our Global Shipping Network

At MSC, we prioritize your shipping needs with our customer-first approach offering you smoother, more responsive solutions tailored to your supply chain.

Operating one of the world’s largest shipping networks, with more than 1,000 vessels, the ability to carry over 30 million TEUs annually, and local offices along 300 key global routes, we combine international reach with personalized, local, expert support.

Discover our range of comprehensive shipping solutions, from ocean freight, and intermodal transportation, to warehousing and digital solutions and connect your business to the world.

  • Direct port calls with competitive transit times

  • Independent, responsive services with faster decision-making

  • Largest availability of space and equipment

  • Global reach, local support offering local expertise and communication in your language

MSC’s Key Global Trade Routes

Our global trade services connect all international shipping routes, enabling efficient cargo transport between key regions, helping your business access any market in the world. 

Whether it's Transatlantic, Transpacific, East/West routes, or beyond, just let us know where your cargo needs to go, and we’ll handle the rest.

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East / West Network
Transatlantic Services
European and Short Sea Network

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Why Choose MSC’s Trade Services

Independent, Flexible Network

Our standalone network allows us to swiftly adapt to market changes, ensuring your shipping as usual, always meeting your dynamic transportation requirements.

By operating independently, we can offer you a smoother, more responsive service tailored to your needs, with faster decision-making and greater control over our space availability and vessel fleet.

Global Reach with Local Expertise

 Ship cargo to anywhere in the world with confidence, knowing you will have dedicated shipping experts by your side and support in your language.

Our extensive global trade network and local teams make importing and exporting to any market seamless and efficient. 

Largest Availability of Space and Equipment

Equipped with 1,000 vessels, 6.1 million TEUs of estimated capacity, and local offices in more than 155 countries, we are ready to support your business, delivering a smoother, more responsive service customized to your unique needs.

Optimized Transit Times and
Shipping Schedules

Time is critical when shipping cargo, which is why we have designed our ocean service network to provide the largest number of direct port calls. This gives you exceptional connectivity and a variety of sailing options. 

With our competitive transit times, supported by frequent sailing schedules and reliable service planning, your cargo reaches its destination quickly, streamlining your shipping process for greater efficiency and reliability.

We also offer a full suite of digital solutions, including online booking, real-time tracking, and comprehensive warehousing, streamlining your logistics process for maximum efficiency.

Inland Transportation & Logistics Solutions
Digital Business Solutions
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Cargo Cover Solutions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are global trade services in shipping?

Shipping routes are established, efficient, and often regulated maritime paths used by vessels to transport goods between ports, acting as the backbone of global trade. 

Shipping routes directly influence efficiency, costs, and delivery reliability, all of which have an impact on the supply chain. Well-optimized routes ensure on-time delivery, helping businesses meet customer KPIs. Efficient routes also minimize transit time, which reduces inventory holding costs and accelerates the flow of goods. 

What trade routes does MSC operate? 

MSC offers multiple services connecting markets worldwide. Our global network of efficient shipping services connect customers to all corners of the world, while helping to protect our oceans and respect the environment. 

What types of cargo can be shipped via MSC trade services? 

A plethora of commodities can and are shipped using the appropriate shipping solution from dry cargo like cocoa and furniture to frozen meat, liquid cargo and out-of-gauze project cargo.

How do I choose the best shipping route? 

This does depend on the market you are trying to reach and the services offered by the carriers. However, visit our Search a Schedule page to find your ideal shipping route based on the port you want to ship to and from.

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