Regional policy
Liner shipping is a global industry; ships don’t just call at one region, one country, or one coast. While our work is focused on global policy, the World Shipping Council also engages on regional issues that have specific requirements or impacts, recognising that local regulations can shape the global business of liner shipping.
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WSC sees the EU as a crucial partner in setting maritime and climate policy.
WSC is committed to collaboration with EU institutions to ensure these policies support both sustainable goals and competitiveness in the global shipping industry.
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WSC supports the USA’s broader strategy to rebuild the U.S. maritime sector, including support for shipbuilding, workforce development, and public‑private investment.
World Shipping Council is the global voice for liner shipping.
When the world moves, it moves by ship. From small nations to global trading hubs, liner shipping connects over 150 countries and 4,000 ports — moving more than 250 million containers a year. It makes global trade possible, creates access to markets, and supports economic growth and resilience around the world.