Top Shipping Companies In The Philippines

Shipping has always been one of the efficient sources of income for our country, as in addresses transportation matters in order to export and import products for international trade. The shipping industry helps people finish tasks faster, receive goods sooner, and make things happen easier. Without the existence of our shipping industries, many countries wouldn’t be able to participate in long-distance trade activities, which helps boost economic development.

Globally, there are four different types of shipping services. These are mainly 1) road or ground which is the standard way of transporting goods, 2) rail which is still centered on land, 3) ship (ocean) where goods are sent off overseas, and 4) air, which is considered the fastest way to transport goods and other services.

But as always, we must see to it that we are working with trusted, reliable, and proactive partners. What really are the top shipping companies in the Philippines? Let’s find out.

1. Dole Philippines (Dole Ocean Cargo Express)

Dole Ocean Cargo Express is the transportation division of Dole Philippines, the largest producers of bananas and pineapples. It is one of the leading shipping companies around the world and in the Philippines. It has been operating since 1993, and ships fruits and vegetables to many places all over the world, making it one of the biggest shipping companies in the Philippines.

Contact Information

For bookings call: 1-800-874-3402
Email: dolecs@nortonlilly.com

2. Philhua Shipping Inc.

Philhua is a Chinese company which operates in the Philippines, Indonesia, and China and they are well-known for being fully-engaged in international shipping. Started operating in 2002, Philhua has been one of the leading agencies in providing shipping services to many clients around the world.

Contact Information

Address: 2550 Roxas Boulevard, B‐2 Patio Madrigal Compound, Barangay 76, Pasay City, Metro Manila
Email: agency@philhua.com.ph

3. 2Go Group, Inc.

2GO is a shipping company that was built way back in 1949, and now, more than just a shipping company, they are also offering services for movement of cargo locally and internationally. They are famous for their unique legacy of service and commitment to provide quality shipping and non-shipping logistic needs all over the Philippines, and all over the world.

Contact Information

Address: 8th Floor Tower 1 Double Dragon Plaza, Macapagal Blvd. corner EDSA Extension, Pasay City 1302, Philippines
Email: investor_relations@2go.com.ph or careers@2go.com.ph

4. Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell Shipping, Inc.

Originating in the mid 1800s, Wilhelmsen-Smith Bell (WSB) Shipping had a long history before it achieved its established form today, making it one of the oldest shipping companies in the Philippines. Operating in the Subic area, WSB represents several shipping principals from servicing export and import operations, freight forwarding, customs brokering, and many more.

Contact Information

Address: 38th & 39th Floors, Petro Mega Plaza Bldg., 358 Sen. Gil Puyat Ave., Makati City 1200, Philippines
Contact Number: +63 2 812 8028 or +63 918 914 2977

5. Philippine Span Asia Carrier Corp.

Philippine Span Asia Carrier Corp. or PSAC is one of the most well-known shipping companies for their corporate philosophy and values. The company is one of the largest ones in the Philippines in terms of vessel count and gross tonnage. They have many services like port-to-port, door-to-door, forwarding, and more which they provide service for in the major cities and ports around the country.

Contact Information

Address: 415 San Fernando St, Binondo, Manila, Metro Manila
Contact Number: (02) 2419801-05
Email: info@spanasiacarrier.com

6. Montenegro Shipping Lines, Inc.

Montenegro Shipping Lines, Inc., is part of the list of shipping companies whose services are guaranteed to be quality and well-delivered. Their company provides marine transportation services for passenger and commercial purposes through their roll on roll off (RORO) and fast-cressel vessels. They are faithful in committing safe, reliable, efficient, and environment-friendly domestic shipping services for their customers and partners.

Contact Information

Address: Montenegro Corporate Center, Diversion Road, Bolbok,Batangas City
Email: operations.msli@gmail.com
Website: http://www.montenegrolines.com.ph / https://www.facebook.com/pg/montenegroinc

7. Oceanic Container Lines, Inc.

Oceanic Container Lines, Inc. is one of the leading companies in the country to deliver shipping expertise in the shipping industry. Established since 1998, they have been providing clients with different shipping requirements for 14 years and counting with over 17 reliable and fully-functional vessels. Other than this, Oceanic offers various unequalled integrated services which can’t be found commonly in other organizations in the industry.

Contact Information

Address: 606A Raxabago St., Tondo, Manila
Contact Number: 02-790-1230
Email: customerfeedback@oceanic.ph
Website: http://www.oceanic.ph/

8. MCC Transport Philippines, Inc.

MCC Transport Philippines, which is under Sealand – A Maersk company, pairs customers’ logistic needs using their services, making shipping easier for their partners. They have many operating offices around the world with 5 branches here in the Philippines. They strive to deliver each detail of your business in order to deliver the best support for their customers’ needs.

Contact Information

Address: (Manila Main Office) – 9th floor One Ecom Center, Harbour Drive, Sunset Ave., Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City
Contact platform: https://www.sealandmaersk.com/contact
Website: https://www.mcc.com.sg/shipping/ph

As you can see, there are a lot of admirable and notable shipping companies that offer quality service around the country — all of which are ranked officially by the Philippine Ports Authority. Shipping services are an important industry especially in the world of business, and in our economy. Without this industry, work operations may not be as fast and efficient as it is today. Shipping and logistics services also help us close deals better! This is why in choosing partners, it’s important to make sure that you’re partnering with the biggest, the best, and the ones that deliver output not just in quantity, but also in quality.