Danaos (NYSE:DAC) (NYSE: DAC) is one of the world’s largest independent owners of containerships, providing vessel ownership and technical as well as commercial management services to major shipping lines and charterers. The company’s core business revolves around long‐term charter contracts for its fleet of modern container vessels, alongside integrated ship management solutions that include crew management, maintenance, insurance procurement and regulatory compliance.
In addition to vessel operations, Danaos offers container leasing services through its wholly owned subsidiary, Danaos Shipping Company Limited. This segment supplies a diverse range of dry containers and refrigerated containers under fixed‐term leases, catering to customers’ cargo storage requirements across global supply chains. By combining shipping and leasing capabilities, the company delivers end‐to‐end solutions for cargo transportation, improving efficiency and cost certainty for clients.
Founded in 1972 and headquartered in Athens, Greece, Danaos has built a global presence with regional offices in New York, London, Singapore and Tokyo. Over the decades, the company has consistently upgraded its fleet with fuel‐efficient, high‐capacity vessels designed to meet evolving environmental and regulatory standards. Danaos maintains strategic partnerships with leading charterers on major trade routes, including Asia‐Europe, transpacific and intra‐Americas corridors.
Led by Chief Executive Officer Eleni Zina, Danaos emphasizes strong corporate governance, stringent safety protocols and a commitment to sustainability. The company’s leadership team combines maritime expertise with financial and operational acumen, guiding Danaos through market cycles while focusing on long‐term growth and shareholder value. Through ongoing investment in technology and human capital, Danaos aims to remain at the forefront of the global container shipping industry.
