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.ship Domain Names

Not yet delegated

.ship is a proposed generic top-level domain string that naturally suggests shipping, vessels, freight, delivery and other ship-related themes. Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group and Starlight Registry (Namecheap) as associated public claimants for the string, indicating a contested application context rather than a live delegation. (newgtldprogram.icann.org)

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Application and status facts

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Extension
.ship
Current status
Not yet delegatedThe New gTLD Program - ICANN
Root-zone delegation status
No root-zone delegation confirmed in recorded public sources.
Announced applicant or applicants
Link Freedom Group, Starlight Registry (Namecheap)Application Details - ICANN lfg.link - lfg.link
Number of publicly announced claims
2
Contested
Yes
Public disclosure date
2026-08-13Application Details - ICANN
Application round/programme
ICANN application programme information recorded.The New gTLD Program - ICANN
Registry operator
Not verified
Registration availability
Public registration is not confirmed by this guide.
Last fact checked
2026-08-25

A public application, applicant identity, approval, registry operation, root-zone delegation and live registration availability are separate facts.

Illustrative uses

What could a .ship domain be used for?

If delegated,.ship could suit organisations and projects that want a domain name with clear maritime, logistics or transport associations.

Shipping and freight servicesIllustrative use for carriers, freight forwarders and cargo platforms with a maritime or transport focus.
Maritime products and servicesIllustrative use for businesses selling marine equipment, vessel services or harbour support.
Delivery and fulfilment brandingIllustrative use for logistics tools, fulfilment services and parcel-tracking products.
Boat and yacht communitiesIllustrative use for clubs, forums, charters and ownership services connected with boats or yachts.
Campaigns about voyages or travelIllustrative use for projects built around journeys, routes or expedition storytelling.
Supply chain softwareIllustrative use for software platforms handling shipping workflows, fleet coordination or route planning.
Maritime education and trainingIllustrative use for training providers, courses and certification content linked to seamanship or logistics.
Brandable ship-themed productsIllustrative use for labels, stores and launches seeking a concise maritime identity.

Domain name ideas

Example names only. Illustrative examples only. Availability has not been checked.

cargo.shiproute.shipfleet.shipharbour.shipparcel.shipvoyage.ship

Possible audiences

Who is .ship for?

  • Shipping operators
  • Logistics providers
  • Maritime brands
  • Product teams
  • Community organisers
  • Brand strategists

Benefits and considerations

Benefits

  • Immediate thematic meaning
  • Short and memorable
  • Flexible sector fit

Considerations

  • Not delegated yet
  • Contested application context
  • Meaning may be narrow

Related domain extensions

.logisticsA related branding angle for freight and supply chain services.View extension

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Frequently asked questions

What does.ship suggest as a domain extension?

It suggests shipping, maritime, freight, logistics and voyage-related themes.

Is.ship available to register today?

No public delegation or registration availability is established here.

Who is associated with the.ship string?

Publicly announced information identifies Link Freedom Group and Starlight Registry (Namecheap) as associated public claimants for the string.

What types of organisations might use.ship if it is delegated?

Shipping firms, logistics companies, maritime services, delivery brands and transport software teams could all be natural fits.

Does.ship have to be used only for boats?

No. It can also work for freight, fulfilment, route planning and other transport-related branding.

Is this a good fit for unrelated businesses?

It can be used creatively, but the maritime meaning is strongest, so unrelated brands may find the fit less natural.

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