Unifeeder, the largest feeder and shortsea network in Europe and part of the DP World Group, has joined the DCSA+ partnership programme to help accelerate the adoption of open digital standards across the container shipping industry. As a leading feeder and shortsea logistics operator, Unifeeder connects regional and global trade through a network of more than 150 vessels, moving over 5.5 million containers annually across Europe, Africa, and Asia. Through DCSA+, Unifeeder will collaborate with carriers, technology providers, and terminals to advance standardised data exchange and improve operational interoperability across the maritime supply chain. Unifeeder’s participation reflects its focus on enhancing the exchange of schedule and operational data between feeders and ocean carriers to enable more transparent and efficient coordination across the network. “At Unifeeder, we see digital collaboration as essential to the future of shipping. Joining DCSA+ allows us to contribute our feeder network expertise to the industry’s collective effort to standardize data exchange and improve interoperability. By aligning and contributing to DCSA’s open standards, we help create a more transparent, efficient, and sustainable supply chain that benefits our customers and partners across the globe.” Søren Castbak, Chief Commercial Officer, Unifeeder. Unifeeder has begun adopting DCSA standards across its digital operations. Its work with the Track & Trace standard, supported by a customer-facing portal, serves as a clear example of how standardised data strengthens transparency and consistency in container visibility. This development also underscores Unifeeder’s commitment to aligning its digital solutions with recognised industry standards.“Unifeeder plays an essential role in connecting the global network of ports and carriers,” said Mariana Bock-Losada, Chief Growth Officer at DCSA. “Their participation in DCSA+ brings valuable insight from the feeder and shortsea segment and strengthens the collective effort to achieve true interoperability across the container shipping ecosystem.” Since 2018, Unifeeder has been part of DP World, a global leader in supply chain solutions. Within DP World, Unifeeder forms part of the Marine Services business pillar, supporting the group’s vision to create efficient, sustainable, and digitally connected logistics. Through DCSA+, partners gain structured access to implementation support, early insight into emerging standards, and opportunities to shape scalable, industry-aligned digital solutions.
_______________________ About Unifeeder
Unifeeder Group is a dynamic logistics company operating across Europe, Africa, and Asia. With a fleet of more than 150 vessels and over 1,100 colleagues worldwide, Unifeeder simplifies global supply chains by providing efficient and sustainable transport solutions. Since 2018, Unifeeder has been part of DP World, the leading enabler of global trade and integrated supply chain solutions provider. Within DP World, Unifeeder is part of the Marine Services business pillar. About DP World: DP World is reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. Operating across six continents with a team of over 100,000 employees, we combine global infrastructure and local expertise to deliver seamless supply chain solutions. From Ports and Terminals to Marine Services, Logistics and Technology, we leverage innovation to create better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door. About DCSA
The Digital Container Shipping Association (DCSA) is a neutral, non-profit organisation composed of 10 of the largest ocean carriers representing 75% of global trade volume to digitise and standardise the container shipping industry. With the mission of leading the industry towards systematic collaboration, DCSA drives initiatives to make container transportation services transparent, reliable, easy to use, secure and environmentally friendly. DCSA’s open-source standards are developed based on input from DCSA member carriers, industry stakeholders and technology experts from other industries. DCSA member carriers include: MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, ONE, Evergreen, Yang Ming, HMM, ZIM and PIL. About DCSA+
DCSA+ is a partnership programme designed to accelerate the adoption of digital standards across the container shipping ecosystem. It extends DCSA’s collaborative approach beyond ocean carriers to include technology providers, cargo owners, forwarders, feeders, and terminals. Through DCSA+, partners gain structured access to implementation support, early insight into emerging standards, and direct opportunities to shape digital solutions that are scalable, practical, and industry-aligned.
