Report Overview
Shipping agency services play a foundational role in the global maritime industry. These services are responsible for representing the interests of ship owners, charterers, and cargo operators during port calls.
Agencies act as intermediaries between vessel operators and port authorities, facilitating an array of activities including vessel berthing, crew handling, cargo operations, documentation, customs clearance, and compliance with regulatory frameworks.
Shipping agency services fall into several categories:
Port Agency Services
Liner Agents
Tramp Agents
Freight Forwarding
Agencies also offer specialized services like Protection & Indemnity (P&I) representation, logistics and documentation support, owner’s agency (representing the shipowner), and charterer’s agency (serving the cargo interest).
Market Analysis
The global Shipping Agency Service Market was valued at US$ 13,280 million in 2024, and it is projected to reach approximately US$ 18,180 million by 2031.
Reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.7% over the forecast period (2025–2031).
