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    Wan Hai Lines

    Wan Hai Lines is a Taiwanese shipping company specializing in global container transport and logistics.

    Ports:33
    A white logo featuring a stylized black W symbol representing Wan Hai Lines is prominently displayed
    A gray container ship Wan 20Hai 501 navigates the ocean waves with a red hull and prominent mast
    $5.03B
    Revenue
    33
    Ports

    Company Overview

    Wan Hai Lines is a Taiwanese shipping company specializing in global container transport and logistics.

    Key Leadership

    • Fur-Lung Hsieh – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

    Wan Hai Lines operates a global container shipping network across Asia, North America, Europe, and beyond.

    Equipment & Infrastructure

    Container Types

    • Dry Container

      Standard steel box for general cargo, available in 20ft and 40ft sizes.

    • Refrigerated Container

      Insulated box with cooling unit for temperature-sensitive goods.

    Technology Platforms

    • GoComet container tracking platform
    • Visiwise container tracking platform

    Warehouses & Logistics Hubs

    Logistics facilities and distribution centers worldwide:

    • Taiwan

      Taipei Headquarters, 10th floor, No.136, Sung Chiang Road, serves as main office

    • Taiwan

      Taichung exclusive terminal and container depot supporting regional logistics

    Certifications & Capabilities

    ISO 14001 ISO 45001 Authorized Economic Operator (AEO)

    Global Locations & Network

    Wan Hai Lines operates over 100 service routes across 30+ countries, focusing on Asia trade. Its network covers major ports in Southeast Asia, East Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, and beyond.

    Carrier Partners & Alliances

    Wan Hai Lines partners with ONE on Asia-US West Coast and with Hapag Lloyd on Asia-US East Coast. Wan Hai and ONE have a slot-sharing agreement for the PS6 service connecting East China to the US.

    Service Portfolio

    Ocean Freight

    • Asia-Europe container shipping
    • Trans-Pacific trade routes
    • Intra-Asia frequent voyages

    Contract Logistics

    • Terminal and depot services
    • Shipping agency operations
    • Container freight station

    Special Cargo

    • Project cargo handling
    • Oversized cargo transport

    Digital Offerings

    Wan Hai Lines offers digital platforms for container tracking, real-time updates, and ERP integration.

    Industry Reputation & News

    Awards & Recognition

    Best Container Liner of Latin America & Central America Route 2025, Container Shipping Line of The Year India-Far East Trade Lane 2024

    Recent Developments

    Wan Hai Lines will launch a new Far East–Mediterranean FM1 service in mid-September 2025.

    Analysis & Future Outlook

    Strengths

    • Strong presence in the fast-growing Indo-Pacific market
    • Ambitious fleet expansion with modern, eco-friendly vessels
    • High service frequency and reliable scheduling

    Challenges

    • Plunging shipping rates causing financial losses
    • Weaker cargo volumes impacting profitability

    Opportunities

    • Expansion into the US West Coast via new PS6 service
    • Launch of direct Far East to East Mediterranean service
    • Fleet upgrade with methanol dual-fuel vessels for green shipping