Taiwan's largest container shipping company, founded in 1968 by Chang Yung-fa, headquartered in Taoyuan, with a capacity of approximately 1.75 million TEU, ranked 7th globally, member of Ocean Alliance, renowned in the industry for its A-class 24,000 TEU ultra-large vessels.
Basic Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| English Name | Evergreen Marine Corporation |
| SCAC Code | EGLV |
| Headquarters | Taoyuan, Taiwan |
| Established | 1968 |
| Shipping Alliance | Ocean Alliance |
| Fleet Capacity | Approx. 1.75 million TEU (2025 Alphaliner) |
| Global Rank | 7th |
| Number of Vessels | Approx. 220 (owned + chartered) |
Company Overview
Evergreen Marine, founded by Chang Yung-fa in 1968, started with a single second-hand general cargo vessel and has grown over more than five decades into the world's seventh-largest container shipping company. Evergreen is one of the most innovative shipping lines in the global shipping industry, pioneering the first round-the-world eastbound and westbound full-container liner service in 1984, writing a new chapter in shipping history. Evergreen's green hulls and green containers are highly distinctive in the industry.
Evergreen is known for its bold orders of ultra-large container ships. Its A-class 24,000 TEU ultra-large vessels (Ever Ace, Ever Aria, Ever Royal, etc.) are milestones in global shipbuilding. These ships are equipped with scrubbers, shore power systems, and other environmental equipment, representing the highest level of current container ship design. Evergreen also owns the Italia Marittima brand in Italy and subsidiaries such as Evergreen HK for intra-Asia routes. Evergreen has branch offices and agency networks in all major ports in mainland China, making it one of the most commonly cooperating shipping lines for export enterprises in South China.
Main Service Routes
| Route | Typical Port Rotation | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Asia-Europe (CES Series) | Shanghai—Ningbo—Yantian—Tanjung Pelepas—Suez—Rotterdam—Hamburg—Antwerp—Le Havre | Weekly |
| Transpacific (HTW Series) | Qingdao—Ningbo—Shanghai—Busan—Los Angeles—Oakland—Seattle | Weekly |
| Asia-Mediterranean (UAM Series) | Qingdao—Shanghai—Ningbo—Yantian—Singapore—Port Said—Gioia Tauro—La Spezia—Genoa | Weekly |
| Asia-East Coast South America | Shanghai—Ningbo—Shekou—Hong Kong—Yantian—Singapore—Rio de Janeiro—Santos—Itapoá | Weekly |
| Asia-Middle East | Shanghai—Ningbo—Shekou—Singapore—Jebel Ali—Abu Dhabi | Weekly |
Ports of Call in China
Evergreen Marine has an extensive port network in mainland China, including:
- East China: Shanghai, Ningbo
- South China: Shenzhen (Yantian/Shekou), Guangzhou (Nansha), Xiamen, Fuzhou
- North China: Tianjin, Qingdao, Dalian
- Yangtze River: Feeder connections to Taicang, Nanjing and other downstream Yangtze ports
Operational Notes
- Booking Method: Book through Bofeng Logistics system, supporting contract rates and spot rates
- Bill of Lading Issuance: Evergreen Marine issues master bills (MBL), supporting telex release and electronic BL
- Container Tracking: Bofeng Logistics provides container tracking information for customers via the GreenX system
- Special Cargo: DG cargo requires prior approval; Evergreen maintains a strict list of accepted hazardous cargo names
- Seasonal Factors: Evergreen's peak seasons for Transpacific and Asia-Europe routes are July-October, with space extremely tight. The A-class ultra-large vessels offer per-container cost advantages during peak season, but their large size may face terminal restrictions at some ports
- Transit Time Reference: South China to Europe approx. 25-30 days, South China to US West Coast approx. 14-17 days, South China to Mediterranean approx. 22-28 days, South China to East Coast South America approx. 28-35 days, South China to Middle East approx. 18-22 days. Evergreen has frequent services on Transpacific routes with diverse schedule options
- Limitations: The A-class 24,000 TEU ultra-large vessels have specific requirements for berth depth and crane height at ports of call; some small and medium ports cannot accommodate them. The GreenX system may experience slow response times during peak hours. Evergreen has a strict list of accepted hazardous cargo names; not all DG cargo types are accepted.
Bofeng Logistics Services
As a first-tier co-loading freight forwarder for Evergreen Marine, Bofeng Logistics leverages the scale cost advantages of its A-class 24,000 TEU ultra-large fleet and its traditional strong position on Transpacific routes to provide competitive solutions for enterprises seeking freight rate competitiveness and stable space:
- Using the per-container cost advantage of Evergreen's A-class ultra-large vessels, Bofeng Logistics can secure more competitive freight rate plans for high-volume export customers, especially on Transpacific and Asia-Europe mainline routes, achieving significant cost efficiency
- Relying on Evergreen's traditionally strong position on Transpacific routes (one of the pioneers of the first round-the-world service) and the extensive network coverage of Ocean Alliance, Bofeng Logistics offers customers multiple high-frequency sailing options from South China directly to popular destinations such as US West Coast/East Coast, Europe, and the Mediterranean
- For export cargo from various ports in the Pearl River Delta, Bofeng Logistics provides one-stop services including trucking, container pickup, export customs clearance, and cargo insurance. Using Evergreen's GreenX system as the operating platform, the Bofeng Logistics team efficiently handles booking, tracking, and information management.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What are Evergreen's A-class ultra-large vessels? The A-class is a series of 24,000 TEU ultra-large container ships under Evergreen Marine, including over a dozen sister ships such as Ever Ace, Ever Aria, and Ever Royal. They are among the largest container ship series globally. These vessels are approximately 400 meters long and 61.5 meters wide, with a single-ship capacity exceeding 24,000 standard containers, equipped with scrubbers, shore power systems, and advanced energy-saving and environmentally friendly designs. The advantage of the A-class ships lies in significant per-container cost efficiency—each voyage can carry more cargo, greatly reducing fuel and operating costs per container, thus offering competitive freight rates on mainline routes.
Q2: What is Evergreen's position on Transpacific routes? Evergreen holds an extremely strong market position on Transpacific routes. As a pioneer that launched the first round-the-world eastbound and westbound full-container liner service in 1984, Evergreen is one of the trailblazers of Transpacific trade. Currently, through Ocean Alliance's network and its own HTW series services, Evergreen provides weekly services from Qingdao, Ningbo, Shanghai, and South China directly to Los Angeles, Oakland, Seattle and other core US West Coast ports, as well as routes via the Panama Canal to the US East Coast. Evergreen's capacity deployment and market share on Transpacific routes have long been among the top Asian shipping companies.
Q3: What types of cargo is Evergreen suitable for? With the per-container cost advantage from its A-class ultra-large vessels, Evergreen is especially suitable for high-volume export cargo, offering competitive freight rate plans on Transpacific and Asia-Europe mainline routes. Its GreenX digital system is easy to operate, and Bofeng Logistics provides efficient booking and tracking services through this system. In addition, Evergreen has branch offices and agency networks in all major ports in mainland China, providing high operational convenience for South China export companies. Evergreen also has mature procedures for handling dangerous goods and special cargo, capable of accommodating most DG cargo transportation needs.
Practical Experience
Bofeng Logistics highly values the convenience of Evergreen's GreenX system when handling cargo. Compared to booking systems of other shipping lines, GreenX has a simpler interface, making processes from schedule inquiry to booking submission to cargo tracking very intuitive. Our team's customer service staff can operate it proficiently after minimal training, which greatly improves daily operational efficiency.
The berthing arrangements of Evergreen's A-class ultra-large vessels at South China ports are a key point of attention in our actual operations. Since the A-class vessels are 400 meters long and have a capacity exceeding 24,000 TEU, not all South China ports can accommodate them. For example, at Yantian Port, A-class vessels typically berth at dedicated ultra-large vessel berths, while Shekou and Chiwan rarely schedule A-class vessels. When planning vessel allocation for customers, we first confirm which vessel type suits the customer's loading port to ensure berthing arrangements match the shipment plan.
Regarding space guarantee for ultra-large vessels during peak season, Evergreen's A-class ships have large single-vessel capacity, seemingly ample space. However, due to multiple port calls and large cargo volumes, space remains tight during peak season. We usually advise contract customers to confirm bookings 3 weeks in advance during peak season and prepare backup plans—if A-class vessels are overbooked, cargo can be transferred to other Evergreen vessel types or other shipping lines as alternatives.
Selection Recommendations
Needs: High-volume export enterprises seeking freight rate competitiveness, especially customers with Transpacific and Asia-Europe mainline routes as primary trade corridors. Choice: Evergreen Marine, with the scale cost efficiency of its A-class 24,000 TEU ultra-large fleet, its traditionally strong position on Transpacific routes, and the efficient operation capability of the GreenX system, offers highly competitive freight rate plans and stable space assurance for high-volume cargo on mainline routes.
Contact Us
- Shipping Line Website: https://www.evergreen-marine.com
- Bofeng Logistics Evergreen Booking Hotline: 130-7567-8958
- Email: info@zhbfwl.com