Italian NVOCC leader specializing in tailored LCL export and import solutions with a global agent network.
Central Shipping Agency S.p.A. is a leading global NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) headquartered in Italy, founded in 1990 by a group of shipping industry professionals. The company’s core business is focused on tailored LCL (Less than Container Load) services for both export and import, catering to the needs of freight forwarders and shippers requiring flexible, cost-effective ocean freight solutions. Central Shipping Agency has built a reputation for quality, neutrality, and expertise in the NVOCC sector, consistently investing in service innovation and operational infrastructure, including the construction of a 5,000 square meter warehouse in Milan in 2008. The company operates as a neutral intermediary, leveraging a worldwide network of professional agents to deliver reliable, end-to-end logistics services without owning or operating vessels.
The Board of Directors is composed of Paolo Bonucchi, Franco Minichino, Matteo Lacerenza, and Pierluigi Amighetti (representing the Amighetti family). The leadership team brings decades of combined experience in the shipping and logistics industry, driving the company’s strategic growth and maintaining its position as a market leader in Italy’s NVOCC sector.
Central Shipping Agency does not own or operate vessels, consistent with the NVOCC model. The company focuses on leveraging advanced logistics technology and a modern warehouse facility in Milan to optimize cargo handling, tracking, and consolidation. Specific details about proprietary technology platforms or container fleet size are not publicly disclosed.
Central Shipping Agency specializes in LCL export and import services, offering tailored solutions for freight forwarders and shippers who require flexible, consolidated ocean freight options. The company handles the entire logistics chain, from cargo pickup to final delivery, including documentation, customs clearance, and warehousing. Central Shipping Agency’s core competency is the consolidation of smaller shipments into container loads, optimizing costs and transit times for clients. Additional services may include cargo tracking, insurance, and supply chain consulting, though the primary focus remains on neutral, high-quality NVOCC operations.
