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SCAC YMLU Premier Alliance Est. 1972

Yang Ming Marine Transport

Taiwan's second global line and a Premier Alliance partner.

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Fleet
100
vessels
Capacity
720,000
TEU
Alliance
Premier Alliance
Founded
1972
Headquarters
Keelung, Taiwan
SCAC
YMLU
Country
Taiwan
Alliance
Premier Alliance
The story

Inside Yang Ming

Yang Ming Marine Transport was established in 1972 and grew from Taiwan’s Keelung base into a globally trading carrier with roots in a state shipping heritage going back to the 19th century.

A member of the Premier Alliance, Yang Ming focuses on efficient east-west trades and has modernised its fleet with a series of neo-panamax and large container vessels.

“Taiwan's second global line and a Premier Alliance partner.”
Yang Ming operates container services — a fleet built since 1972. Search live sailing schedules below.

At a glance

  • Founded 1972; headquartered in Keelung, Taiwan
  • Member of the Premier Alliance
  • Strong presence on transpacific and Asia-Europe trades
Services

Live service loops for Yang Ming aren’t published here yet — search sailing schedules below for up-to-date port pairs, transit times and vessels.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the SCAC code for Yang Ming? +

The SCAC (Standard Carrier Alpha Code) for Yang Ming Marine Transport is YMLU — the code that identifies the carrier on bills of lading, in EDI messages and across booking and customs systems. Use it to look up Yang Ming sailings and shipments on ShipScanner.

How do I track a Yang Ming container? +

Enter your Yang Ming container, bill-of-lading or booking number on ShipScanner to see live vessel position, milestones and estimated arrival — no Yang Ming login required and no per-carrier portal to chase.

Where can I find Yang Ming sailing schedules? +

Search ShipScanner's schedule tool to see Yang Ming departures and arrivals across the major trade lanes, then compare transit time, frequency and routing against other carriers before you book.

Which alliance is Yang Ming part of? +

Yang Ming Marine Transport is a member of the Premier Alliance alliance, sharing vessel capacity and slot space with its partner lines across the major east–west trade lanes, which widens the sailing options on those routes.