DCSA+ Partnership Programme

Driving Shipping Collaboration

Join the future of container shipping

The global container shipping industry is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by digital solutions. As we enter a new era of standardisation, interoperability, and operational efficiency, collaboration has never been more critical.

That’s why we created DCSA+, a global partnership programme uniting carriers, BCOs, freight forwarders, ports, terminals, feeders and technology solution providers to accelerate the adoption of digital standards and build a more seamless, resilient, and efficient supply chain.

What you will gain with DCSA+

DCSA+ is a unique opportunity for ambitious and visionary leaders to be at the frontier of industry transformation. By joining, you will:

  • Shape the future of container shipping and contribute to new digital standards.
  • Accelerate your digital journey with expert implementation support.
  • Connect and collaborate with key stakeholders through exclusive events and workshops.
  • Drive interoperability and unlock opportunities for industry-wide transformation.

CONNECT

Join the DCSA community and engage with industry leaders in formats tailored for meaningful exchanges at different levels of your organisation. Access opportunities to identify synergies across the value chain, access valuable insights, discuss shared challenges and align on actionable solutions.

Key benefits to our shipping partners: 

  • Engage with industry leaders. 
  • Build stronger networks. 
  • Practical solutions for operational challenges. 
  • Greater input opportunities to shape industry trends. 

ACCELERATE

Empower your organisation in its journey to interoperability with access to support from DCSA experts for implementation and adoption of shipping standards, unlocking the operational efficiency and cost benefits of truly standardised and interoperable data.

Key benefits to our shipping partners: 

  • Reduce time spent integrating our standards. 
  • Reduce costs on digital integration, allowing funds to be spent elsewhere.
  • Gain direct access to DCSA support.

CONTRIBUTE

A unique opportunity to take part in the pioneering group that is developing future digital industry standards. Gain early access to standards development roadmap, test and feedback standards prior to launch and play a role in building the future container shipping value chain.

Key benefits to our shipping partners: 

  • Gain early-mover advantage by aligning with DCSA’s development pipeline. 
  • Plan IT updates more effectively through early access. 
  • Direct impact on standardisation decisions in testing stages. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is DCSA?

DCSA (Digital Container Shipping Association) founded in 2019 by 9 ocean carriers who together ship >75% of global containerised volumes. DCSA remains a neutral, non-profit organisation with the mission to align the industry behind open digital standards that improve interoperability, unlock data-driven insights, enhance customer experience, and drive sustainability.

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DCSA+ Partners at DCSA Week

DCSA Week is an exclusive event for DCSA’s 10 founding ocean carriers and DCSA+ partners. They are committed to shaping the future of digital container shipping. If your organisation is passionate about industry-wide innovation and standardisation, explore how you can get involved.

Partner with us

Contact our partnership team to learn how your company can join the DCSA+ programme and be part of this industry-shaping conversation