About Us
NYK Group Europe is the regional European arm of Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha (NYK Line), one of the world’s oldest and most respected shipping companies, founded in Japan in 1885.
From our base in London and offices across the region, we coordinate and support NYK’s diverse operations throughout Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Our business spans every major area of global logistics from ocean transport and terminal operations to automotive logistics, energy transport, dry bulk and advanced supply chain solutions. Working closely with our group companies, customers, and partners, we combine Japanese heritage with European expertise to deliver safe, sustainable, and innovative logistics services that connect economies and enable global trade.
At NYK Group Europe, our mission is simple yet enduring: “Bringing value to life.” by moving goods, people, and ideas safely and responsibly, today and for generations to come.
Greetings from Senior Management
NYK Group has been at the forefront of global shipping and logistics since 1885, with Europe playing a central role in its growth. In their messages, our European President & CEO, Carl-Johan Hagman and our Group Chief Executive Officer, Takaya Soga share how NYK is embracing the challenges of decarbonisation, digitalisation, and evolving customer needs while staying true to our mission: “Bringing Value to Life.” With more than 140 years of history, NYK continues to build on its legacy as a trusted global logistics partner—delivering safe, sustainable, and forward-looking solutions that connect Europe to the world.
Our Global Group in Numbers
The NYK Group is one of the world’s leading transportation companies. As of 2025, the Group operated some 900 major ocean vessels globally.
The company’s shipping fleet currently includes 441 bulk carriers, 127 car carriers, 50 large containerships, 89 LNG carriers, 67 tankers, 33 wood-chip carriers, two cruise ships, and 114 other ships (including multipurpose and project cargo vessels).
NYK Group’s revenue in fiscal 2024 exceeded USD 18 billion, and employs about 41,000 people worldwide. The NYK Group is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan and has regional headquarters in London, New York, Singapore, and Shanghai.
The Basic Philosophy behind our Group Mission
The core of NYK Group’s mission statement, “Bringing value to life.”, originates from the vision of Yataro Iwasaki, founder of the Mitsubishi Group. His principles and steadfast values has formed the ideological basis of the NYK Group ever since our company’s foundation in 1885.
For enquiries regarding our services, partnership opportunities, or general information about NYK Europe, please get in touch with our team.