At the center of the Mediterranean, at the center of Logistics.

Operational since 1921, Ignazio Messina & C. liner services connect the Mediterranean, Africa, the Middle East, and India with regularity, reliability, and safety.

More than just a shipping company, this is a family and a team. Under the direct guidance of the Messina family—and thanks to the expertise of crews and ground staff—operational excellence is guaranteed by a human approach unique to the sector. Looking to the future with responsibility involves constant investment in fleet energy efficiency and operating under a UNI EN ISO 14001:2015 certified environmental management system.

Roberto Bova

Head of Lines & Trade Management

Andrea Giovanelli

Head of Integrated Planning

Domenico Scotto Di Perta

Ship's Husband Ship Management Dept. Managing Director

Riccardo Cantelli

Head of Region Europe

Stefano Pomata

Head of Region Medit, West Africa & Red Sea

Luca Cantoro

Head of Region Gulf, India, Pakistan & South East Africa

Our Horizons

Our history in Africa and the Middle East is not just made of port calls, but of physical presence and value creation. As early as the 1930s, maritime agencies, infrastructure, and local logistics networks were already being organized. Today, that vision continues. The network of Ignazio Messina & C. agencies and commercial offices guarantees a direct presence in the territory. Often led by former Captains, these agencies offer deep knowledge of local dynamics, acting as a point of reference and business facilitator for institutions and companies operating abroad.

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A reach stacker lifting a red Linea Messina container from a rail wagon during multimodal operations.

Beyond the sea, to the destination

A truly “end-to-end” logistics service covers every single phase of transport: from pre-carriage at your facilities to on-carriage to the final destination. The synergy between Messina Terminal and Messina Multimodal ensures direct control over the logistics chain; when own vehicles are not used, the network extends through trusted local partners and suppliers, selected to guarantee high-quality standards. This allows reaching over 100 inland destinations with a single point of contact, reliable timing, and constant supervision by foreign agencies.

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