Who Is the World’s Largest Container Terminal Operator? MSC or PSA? The Global Rankings Explained
Who Is the World’s Largest Container Terminal Operator? The race to top the list of container terminal operators just got hotter—and it’s one of those rare logistics stories that reads like corporate drama. As of 2025, the mantle of largest container terminal operator in the world is shifting. Here’s who’s there now and how they got there. What Are We Measuring? When we say “largest,” it could mean: Throughput — total TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) handled per year Terminal Portfolio — number and global spread of terminals Equity-Adjusted Capacity — throughput adjusted based on how much of each terminal the company actually owns Leading Players Before the Shift PSA International , based in Singapore, was the global leader for years, with over 70 terminals in around 45 countries, and annual throughput exceeding 90 million TEUs. Hutchison Ports , with over 50 global terminals, handled about 82 million TEUs annually, placing it firmly in the top tier. ...