The North America Container Transshipment Market would witness market growth of 3.0% CAGR during the forecast period (2025-2032).
The US market dominated the North America Container Transshipment Market by Country in 2024, and would continue to be a dominant market till 2032; thereby, achieving a market value of $1,202.6 million by 2032. The Canada market is experiencing a CAGR of 4.3% during (2025 - 2032). Additionally, The Mexico market would exhibit a CAGR of 3.7% during (2025 - 2032).

The Market stands as a critical cog in the intricate machinery of global trade, facilitating the seamless movement of goods across continents and oceans. As globalization deepens and supply chains become increasingly interconnected, the role of transshipment hubs—strategic ports where containers are transferred from one vessel to another—has grown indispensable. These hubs optimize logistics by consolidating cargo, reducing shipping times, and enhancing connectivity between major trade routes.
The applications of container transshipment are vast and integral to the functioning of international trade. Transshipment hubs serve as critical junctions where containers are transferred between deep-sea shipping lines and feeder vessels, enabling efficient connectivity between major ports and smaller regional markets. This process allows shipping companies to optimize vessel sizes and routes, ensuring that mega-container ships can operate on high-volume trade lanes while smaller vessels service less accessible ports.
The United States, with its vast coastline and position as a global trade powerhouse, is a leading player in the market. Major ports like Los Angeles, Long Beach, and New York-New Jersey serve as critical hubs, facilitating the transfer of cargo between international and domestic vessels. These ports handle millions of TEUs annually, connecting North America with Asia, Europe, and Latin America. The U.S.’s robust economy, driven by consumer demand and industrial exports, generates significant container volumes, making transshipment essential for efficient global supply chain operations. Strategic investments in port infrastructure and proximity to key shipping routes reinforce the U.S.’s role as a transshipment leader, supporting both regional and international trade.
Canada’s market is a vital component of its maritime trade, leveraging its extensive coastlines along the Pacific and Atlantic to serve as a gateway for North American commerce. Ports like Vancouver, Prince Rupert, and Montreal are key transshipment hubs, handling cargo for both domestic markets and regional redistribution, particularly for exports like grain, minerals, and energy products. Canada’s strategic location, bridging Asia and North America’s West Coast, enhances its role in transshipment, facilitating efficient cargo transfers between mainline and feeder vessels. The country’s stable economy and trade-oriented policies support its position as a reliable node in global supply chains.
Mexico’s container transshipment market is rapidly expanding, driven by its strategic position as a bridge between North and South America and its proximity to major U.S. markets. Ports like Manzanillo, Lázaro Cárdenas, and Veracruz are key transshipment hubs, handling cargo for both domestic consumption and regional redistribution, particularly for manufacturing exports and consumer goods imports. Mexico’s role in the USMCA trade agreement enhances its importance as a transshipment node, facilitating cargo transfers for trade with the U.S. and Canada. The country’s growing industrial base and favorable trade policies position it as an emerging player in global maritime networks. In conclusion, the United States, Canada, and Mexico form a dynamic North American transshipment corridor, strengthening global trade connectivity through strategic port infrastructure, geographic advantage, and integrated economic partnerships.
Free Valuable Insights: The Container Transshipment Market is Predict to reach USD 20.27 Billion by 2032, at a CAGR of 3.5%
Based on Container Size, the market is segmented into 40-foot (FEU), 20-foot (TEU), and Other Container Size. Based on Data Source, the market is segmented into Sea-based Transshipment, Land-based Transshipment, and Air-based Transshipment. Based on Service Type, the market is segmented into Container Handling Services, Logistics & Forwarding Services, Warehousing & Storage, and Customs Clearance & Documentation. Based on Container Type, the market is segmented into Standard Containers, High Cube Containers, Refrigerated Containers, Open Top Containers, and Flat Rack Containers. Based on End User Industry, the market is segmented into Retail & E-commerce, Automotive, Consumer Electronics, Agriculture & Food, Pharmaceuticals, and Other End User Industry. Based on countries, the market is segmented into U.S., Mexico, Canada, and Rest of North America.
List of Key Companies Profiled
- MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.
- A.P. Moller - Maersk A/S
- CMA CGM Group
- Cosco Shipping Lines Co. Ltd.
- Hapag-Lloyd AG
- Evergreen Marine Corp. (Taiwan) Ltd. (Evergreen Group)
- Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd.
- HMM Co., Ltd.
- YANG MING Group
- ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (KENON HOLDINGS LTD.)
North America Container Transshipment Market Report Segmentation
By Container Size
- 40-foot (FEU)
- 20-foot (TEU)
- Other Container Size
By Data Source
- Sea-based Transshipment
- Land-based Transshipment
- Air-based Transshipment
By Service Type
- Container Handling Services
- Logistics & Forwarding Services
- Warehousing & Storage
- Customs Clearance & Documentation
By Container Type
- Standard Containers
- High Cube Containers
- Refrigerated Containers
- Open Top Containers
- Flat Rack Containers
By End User Industry
- Retail & E-commerce
- Automotive
- Consumer Electronics
- Agriculture & Food
- Pharmaceuticals
- Other End User Industry
By Country
- US
- Canada
- Mexico
- Rest of North America
TABLE 1 North America Container Transshipment Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 2 North America Container Transshipment Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 3 Key Costumer Criteria - Container Transshipment Market
TABLE 4 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 5 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 6 North America 40-foot (FEU) Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 7 North America 40-foot (FEU) Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 8 North America 20-foot (TEU) Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 9 North America 20-foot (TEU) Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 10 North America Other Container Size Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 11 North America Other Container Size Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 12 Use Case 1: 140-foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) Transshipment
TABLE 13 Use Case - 2 Facilitating Specialized and Heavy Cargo Movement via 20-foot Container Transshipment
TABLE 14 Use Case 3: Niche Market and Specialized Logistics for Non-Standard Container Transshipment
TABLE 15 North America Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 16 North America Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 17 North America Sea-based Transshipment Market by Region, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 18 North America Sea-based Transshipment Market by Region, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 19 North America Land-based Transshipment Market by Region, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 20 North America Land-based Transshipment Market by Region, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 21 North America Air-based Transshipment Market by Region, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 22 North America Air-based Transshipment Market by Region, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 23 Use Case - 4 Optimizing Global Ocean-to-Ocean Container Flow through Major Transshipment Hubs
TABLE 24 Use Case – 5 Seamless Multimodal Container Transfer for Inland Distribution and Cross-Border Trade
TABLE 25 Use Case - 6 Expedited Global Distribution of Time-Sensitive and High-Value Cargo
TABLE 26 North America Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 27 North America Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 28 North America Container Handling Services Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 29 North America Container Handling Services Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 30 North America Logistics & Forwarding Services Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 31 North America Logistics & Forwarding Services Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 32 North America Warehousing & Storage Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 33 North America Warehousing & Storage Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 34 North America Customs Clearance & Documentation Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 35 North America Customs Clearance & Documentation Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 36 Use Case – 7 Maximizing Throughput and Efficiency in Transshipment Hub Operations
TABLE 37 Use Case - 8 Orchestrating End-to-End Container Journeys through Transshipment Networks
TABLE 38 Use Case – 9 Providing Interim Storage and Value-Added Services at Transshipment Points
TABLE 39 Use Case - 10 Ensuring Regulatory Compliance and Seamless Flow of Transshipment Cargo
TABLE 40 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 41 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 42 North America Standard Containers Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 43 North America Standard Containers Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 44 North America High Cube Containers Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 45 North America High Cube Containers Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 46 North America Refrigerated Containers Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 47 North America Refrigerated Containers Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 48 North America Open Top Containers Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 49 North America Open Top Containers Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 50 North America Flat Rack Containers Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 51 North America Flat Rack Containers Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 52 Use Case: 11 Efficient Global Relocation of General Cargo through Standard Dry Container Transshipment
TABLE 53 Use Case: 12 Efficient Transshipment of Voluminous
TABLE 54 Use Case: 13 Temperature-Sensitive Cargo During Transshipment
TABLE 55 Use Case: 14 Facilitating Global Movement of Oversized and Tall Cargo Requiring Top Loading
TABLE 56 Use Case: 15 Enabling Global Logistics for Super Heavy and Oversized Project Cargo
TABLE 57 North America Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 58 North America Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 59 North America Retail & E-commerce Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 60 North America Retail & E-commerce Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 61 North America Automotive Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 62 North America Automotive Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 63 North America Consumer Electronics Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 64 North America Consumer Electronics Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 65 North America Agriculture & Food Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 66 North America Agriculture & Food Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 67 North America Pharmaceuticals Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 68 North America Pharmaceuticals Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 69 North America Other End User Industry Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 70 North America Other End User Industry Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 71 North America Container Transshipment Market by Country, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 72 North America Container Transshipment Market by Country, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 73 US Container Transshipment Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 74 US Container Transshipment Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 75 US Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 76 US Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 77 US Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 78 US Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 79 US Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 80 US Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 81 US Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 82 US Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 83 US Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 84 US Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 85 Canada Container Transshipment Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 86 Canada Container Transshipment Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 87 Canada Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 88 Canada Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 89 Canada Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 90 Canada Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 91 Canada Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 92 Canada Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 93 Canada Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 94 Canada Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 95 Canada Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 96 Canada Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 97 Mexico Container Transshipment Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 98 Mexico Container Transshipment Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 99 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 100 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 101 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 102 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 103 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 104 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 105 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 106 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 107 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 108 Mexico Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 109 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 110 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 111 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 112 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 113 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 114 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 115 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 116 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 117 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 118 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 119 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2021 - 2024, USD Million
TABLE 120 Rest of North America Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2025 - 2032, USD Million
TABLE 121 Key Information – MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A.
TABLE 122 Key Information – A.P. Moller - Maersk A/S
TABLE 123 Key Information – CMA CGM Group
TABLE 124 Key Information – Cosco Shipping Lines Co. Ltd.
TABLE 125 Key Information – Hapag-Lloyd AG
TABLE 126 Key Information – Evergreen Marine Corp. (Taiwan) Ltd.
TABLE 127 Key Information – Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd.
TABLE 128 Key Information – HMM Co., Ltd.
TABLE 129 Key Information – YANG MING Group
TABLE 130 Key Information – ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.
List of Figures
FIG 1 Methodology for the research
FIG 2 North America Container Transshipment Market, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 3 Key Factors Impacting Container Transshipment Market
FIG 4 Market Share Analysis, 2024
FIG 5 Porter’s Five Forces Analysis – Container Transshipment Market
FIG 6 Value Chain Analysis of Container Transshipment Market
FIG 7 Key Costumer Criteria - Container Transshipment Market
FIG 8 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2024
FIG 9 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2032
FIG 10 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Size, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 11 North America Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2024
FIG 12 North America Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2032
FIG 13 North America Container Transshipment Market by Data Source, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 14 North America Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2024
FIG 15 North America Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2032
FIG 16 North America Container Transshipment Market by Service Type, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 17 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2024
FIG 18 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2032
FIG 19 North America Container Transshipment Market by Container Type, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 20 North America Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2024
FIG 21 North America Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2032
FIG 22 North America Container Transshipment Market by End User Industry, 2021 - 2032, USD Million
FIG 23 North America Container Transshipment Market by Country, 2024
FIG 24 North America Container Transshipment Market by Country, 2032
FIG 25 North America Container Transshipment Market by Country, 2021 - 2032, USD Million