EU TRANSPARENCY REGISTER · 32416571968-71 · United States

World Shipping Council

WSC

Category

Trade and business associations

Country

United States

Washington D.C.

Entity form

Non-profit corporation, organized under the laws of Washington, D.C.

Stated objectives

The World Shipping Council (WSC or the Council) is a non-profit trade association representing the global liner shipping industry. WSC members carry over 90% of the world’s containerized trade and a substantial share of the world’s roll-on/…

As declared by the registrant. Truncated to 240 characters; full text on the upstream profile.

Official profile

The full record on the Joint Transparency Register carries financial information (lobby budget, EU funding received), the list of named accredited representatives, declared interests of those persons, and a history of meetings with Commission officials.

Registered

2009-07-07

Last updated

2026-02-10

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Frequently asked questions

What is this organisation?
World Shipping Council (WSC) is an interest representative listed in the EU Joint Transparency Register under ID 32416571968-71. Entity form: Non-profit corporation, organized under the laws of Washington, D.C..
What category is it registered under?
It is registered under the category "Trade and business associations".
Which country is it based in?
The organisation is based in United States, Washington D.C..
What are its stated goals?
As declared by the registrant: The World Shipping Council (WSC or the Council) is a non-profit trade association representing the global liner shipping industry. WSC members carry over 90% of the world’s containerized trade and a substantial share of the world’s roll-on/…
Where can I find its EU Transparency Register entry?
The full register entry — including lobby budget, EU funding received, accredited representatives and Commission meetings — is available on the EU Transparency Register under ID 32416571968-71.

Source: EU Joint Transparency Register (Council / Commission / Parliament) · refreshed 2026-07-12 · Commission Reuse Decision 2011/833/EU