Malcolm McLean was an American businessman and entrepreneur, best known for revolutionizing the shipping industry. He invented the modern shipping container, which allowed goods to be transported more efficiently by sea, land, and air. His innovation significantly reduced shipping costs and time, transforming global trade. In 1956, McLean founded Sea-Land Service, the first company to use standardized containers for cargo transport. This concept led to the widespread adoption of containerization, which is now a standard practice in the shipping industry. His contributions have had a lasting impact on logistics and international commerce.