APL Logistics

For more than 170 years, American President Lines, LLC has been a trusted partner to the U.S. Government for ocean transportation and in-country logistics. We offer secure and efficient services to key foreign military locations. These include five weekly U.S. Flag services linking North America to Asia and Europe and feeder routes within the Middle East.

Our fleet of commercial vessels with military utility that are owned and operated by U.S. citizens provides the reliable support that is necessary for national defense. A pool of trained U.S. mariners also crews APL’s U.S. flagged fleet.

Supported by a dedicated team of professionals based in Washington D.C; Nashville, Tennessee; Guam; Dubai, UAE; Karachi, Pakistan; Antwerp, Belgium and Oakland, California, we deliver specialized solutions for the shipment of U.S. Flag Preference and Project Cargoes. American President Lines, LLC prides itself on being the mission critical link for many U.S. Government efforts worldwide.

Comprehensive offering of linehaul and feeder connections provides a full range of services
Our intermodal network linking U.S. East Coast, U.S. West Coast and U.S. Gulf to inland locations ensures extensive coverage throughout North America
Priority berthing at key ports means your cargo reaches its destination faster Priority II service may be upgraded to Priority I, subject to inducement
APL is part of the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in sea, land, air and logistics solutions, founded in 1978 by the late Jacques R. Saadé. CMA CGM Group is now led by Rodolphe Saadé. Its 566 vessels serve more than 420 ports worldwide. CMA CGM is constantly innovating to offer customers new maritime, inland and logistics solutions. Headquartered in Marseille, the Group has over 150,000 employees globally through its network of 755 offices and 750 warehouses.

Dry Cargo

Dry container is by far the most common type of container and is the standard tool of international transportation. It is designed to carry almost any kind of dry goods. This equipment can easily move together with refrigerated containers and out of gauge cargo.

Refrigerated Cargo

APL is your perfect partner for freshness. Having access to one of the largest and youngest fleets of reefer containers owned by CMA CGM Group, we have the cutting-edge technology and specialist knowledge to deliver your perishables or sensitive cargo in peak condition.

Hazardous Cargo

APL can help you meet all national and international regulations to ensure your dangerous cargoes are transported with meticulous care.
The rules governing the safe handling, stowage and shipment of cargoes that can damage life, property or the environment are many and varied. With the help of APL’s highly-trained technical teams, you can ensure that your dangerous cargoes are shipped in full accordance with the International Maritime Organization’s (IMO) mandatory International Maritime Dangerous Goods (IMDG) Code and all other relevant national and local regulations governing shipping and intermodal transport.