APLU
APLU is the container prefix code for American President Lines, a global container shipping company.
Company Overview
APLU is the container prefix code for American President Lines, a global container shipping company.
Key Leadership
- Waded Cruzado – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
APLU has member universities in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and six U.S. territories.
Equipment & Infrastructure
Container Types
- •20' Standard Container
Closed, weather-tight steel container for general cargo, 33.2 m³ capacity.
- •40' High Cube Container
Extra height for voluminous/lightweight cargo, 67.7 m³ capacity.
Technology Platforms
- •Personalized Learning Consortium (PLC)
- •Every Learner Everywhere
Warehouses & Logistics Hubs
Logistics facilities and distribution centers worldwide:
- •Washington, DC
APLU Headquarters, 1220 L Street NW, Suite 1000, serves as the main office.
- •Nationwide
Agricultural research and education facilities at member colleges support innovation.
Certifications & Capabilities
Certified in Health Industry Fundamentals Certified in Cybersecurity Certified in Manufacturing
Global Locations & Network
APLU operates a global shipping network with container ships serving major trade lanes. It provides integrated logistics and transport solutions across worldwide ports and terminals.
Carrier Partners & Alliances
APLU builds alliances among public universities, communities, and industry for engagement. It fosters partnerships to advance research, student success, and economic development.
Service Portfolio
Ocean Freight
- •FCL and LCL options
- •Fixed-day multiple sailings
- •Oversized cargo transport
Contract Logistics
- •Fully controlled transport loads
- •Customs brokerage services
- •Supply chain optimization
Special Cargo
- •Heavy freight solutions
- •Project cargo handling
Digital Offerings
APLU digital platforms support equitable digital learning and personalized education technologies.
Industry Reputation & News
Awards & Recognition
IEP Awards Finalist 2025, C. Peter Magrath Community Engagement Award Finalist 2025
Recent Developments
APLU named six public universities as finalists for the 2025 Innovation & Economic Prosperity Awards.
Analysis & Future Outlook
Strengths
- •Strong advocacy for public research universities
- •Extensive network of over 250 member institutions
- •Focus on student success and workforce readiness
Challenges
- •Cuts to federal research funding threaten vital university research
- •Shrinking state support impacts affordability and access
Opportunities
- •Expand workforce development and talent initiatives
- •Advance research addressing global and societal challenges
- •Strengthen community engagement and economic prosperity
