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The company\u2019s global headquarters in Singapore is supported by regional headquarters in Asia, Europe, North America and Latin America.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today, ONE is the world\u2019s sixth-largest container carrier with a fleet size of approximately 1.6 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Operating more than 210 vessels, the company offers an expeditious and reliable international network of over 140 weekly service loops to 120 countries. ONE is also a member of the Transport High-Efficiency Alliance, or THEA, a global ocean carrier consortium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The center of global shipping<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n K Line, NYK and MOL share hundreds of years of experience and combined knowledge and expertise in the global maritime industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The three companies have \u201cgrown global\u201d over the years and today, ONE is charting its own path to success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ONE chose Singapore as the best location to set up its global headquarters and efficiently operate its business. A unique place that offers cultural diversity, Singapore is also the leading global international maritime center.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The company recognizes that Singapore is the best place to grow its business and benefit from multiple industry synergies. It also has the full support of the Maritime Port Authority of Singapore and benefits from open communications with multiple maritime stakeholders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Through a mutually sustainable and resilient joint venture, ONE also collaborates with PSA, a global port group headquartered in Singapore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n With the intention of encouraging further growth across Singapore\u2019s maritime industry, ONE is employing and developing hundreds of local Singaporeans and permanent residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to taking part in sustainability and educational initiatives, ONE participated in the U.N. Sustainable Development Goals Young Leaders Awards in 2020 and 2021 and is a gold member of the United Nations Global Compact Singapore chapter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cONE\u2019s corporate social responsibility initiatives in Singapore include supporting COMCHEST. This fundraising and engagement arm of the National Council of Social Service, COMCHEST is dedicated to uniting communities in Singapore and caring for the vulnerable.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n Transforming ONE into a truly global company<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n While the company\u2019s three stakeholders \u2013 K Line, MOL and NYK \u2013 are Japanese companies, the company\u2019s Singaporean global headquarters has a wide diversity of local and international employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The company has operations in over 100 countries. This network of owned national offices and sales agencies has extensive local knowledge of its markets and customers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ONE has a large number of Japanese customers; however, the company\u2019s strength also lies in its ability to service a varied and globally diverse customer account base.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rather than just following the \u201cJapanese way,\u201d ONE aims to adapt to the \u201cbest way\u201d of doing business in each market. So in other words, it\u2019s an international company that happens to be Japanese, rather than a Japanese company that just happens to be international.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Singapore and Japan<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n The relationship between Japan and Singapore remains as strong as ever and this year sees the two countries celebrate 55 years of bilateral ties. While both Japan and Singapore work closely across multiple industries and sectors, the shipping and maritime industries are becoming increasingly important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One of the most important aspects of doing business is to be open and honest. Openness invites investment and enables people and businesses to thrive. Singapore and Japan have developed a deep understanding of one another over the years and today enjoy a strong, trust-based relationship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The pandemic has impacted all industries, especially the maritime sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n There is no doubt that while this has been a difficult time for the Singapore-Japan partnership, there is a strong confidence that both countries will once again soon become \u201cwide open\u201d to one another in terms of tourism and people-to-people exchanges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A global view<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n ONE has a global view. Cargo demand is constantly changing and is affected by various global factors, including consumer behavior, commodity prices, economic situations and environmental challenges. These all have an impact on ONE\u2019s business and the company\u2019s success depends on its ability to adapt quickly to challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The container industry is one of the ultimate forms of globalization. Ocean containers are internationally transparent and also used for inland transportation in many countries. This means that related rules, such as container movement data codes, terminal equipment, warehouse design or container repair criteria, are globally recognized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A people business<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Recognizing the importance of supporting and investing in people enables ONE to raise future leaders, better serve customers and enhance both its business and the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The shipping industry is being called upon to \u2018decarbonize\u2019 and this will require a huge amount of future innovation and capital. It is necessary to make stable financial returns to support this significant transition and make higher levels of technological investment. As a servant of global trade and a steward of the marine environment, ONE must push forward with our strong endeavors.\u2018AS ONE, WE CAN!\u2019<\/p> Jeremy Nixon<\/strong>, Chief Executive Officer of Ocean Network Express Pte. Ltd.<\/mark><\/cite><\/blockquote><\/figure>\n\n\n\n Supporting and engaging with its employees around the world is important for ONE\u2019s growth and success. Even before the pandemic impacted the way people work, ONE introduced Workplace from Facebook as an internal online collaborative software tool. Workplace facilitates ONE\u2019s group work through messaging, video conferencing and announcements within the company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Attracting young talent to the maritime industry is one of the priorities for ONE, and the company provides a holistic learning experience for young people interested in learning more about the industry and pursuing a career in shipping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n ONE\u2019s Shipping Apprenticeship & International Learning (SAIL) Program is a two-year course offering a foundation in the container shipping industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n \u201cSAILors\u201d develop business skills and maritime knowledge in line with ONE\u2019s belief that it is<\/p>\n\n\n\n extremely important to support young people and raise future leaders in the industry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n By continuously developing and improving its global training systems, ONE is providing an equal opportunity platform for its global employees to learn and share experiences and knowledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n