Middle East line opens intra-Asia loop to link western India ports

Oman-based Asyad Line is set to launch a container service connecting the Far East and West India, according to information collected from industry sources.

To be marketed as the Far East Express One (FEX1), the service has been designed with stops in China, Vietnam, Thailand and Malaysia, in addition to India.

On the Indian leg, the string will have three ports of call: Hazira, Mundra and Nhava Sheva.

The full port rotation is Mundra, Hazira, Nhava Sheva, Haiphong, Shekou, Laem Chabang, Port...

https://container-news.com/middle-east-line-opens-intra-asia-loop-to-link-western-india-ports/

COSCO to serve Port of La Spezia via 20,000 TEU vessels

COSCO Shipping is scheduling regular visits to the Port of La Spezia with 20,000 TEU vessels. The imminent arrival of the COSCO Shipping Aries marks the first docking of such a large container ship from the Chinese liner at the Italian port.

Beginning in March, COSCO 20,000 TEU container ships will establish a consistent presence at the Port of La Spezia. This recent announcement by the Chinese liner reveals plans to incorporate four units of these vessels into the Asia Mediterranean Service...

https://container-news.com/cosco-to-serve-port-of-la-spezia-via-20000-teu-vessels/

Kombiverkehr KG starts rail connection between Rotterdam and Germany

Kombiverkehr KG is expanding its range of services between Germany and the Netherlands with a new train running between Rotterdam and Köln-Eifeltor.

In Rotterdam, the train will terminate at the Rail Service Center (RSC) in Waalhaven. The first train will depart the Dutch city on 12 March and reach Köln-Eifeltor in twelve hours.

The new service leaves on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays in both directions, while transfers to nearby parts of the port of Rotterdam are available from the...

https://container-news.com/kombiverkehr-kg-starts-rail-connection-between-rotterdam-and-germany/

Hapag-Lloyd announces Mediterranean-South America West Coast service updates

German ocean carrier Hapag-Lloyd has announced changes in its Mediterranean-South America West Coast (MSW) service, which will be effective from 20 March.

Hapag-Lloyd will introduce the port of Vigo in Spain to the MSW rotation as the initial port of call in the Mediterranean. Through this addition, the Hamburg-based line aims to offer expedited transit times to northern Spain and Portugal markets.

Moreover, the port of Tangier in Morocco will now exclusively function as a transshipment hub and...

https://container-news.com/hapag-lloyd-announces-mediterranean-south-america-west-coast-service-updates/

Hupac enhances intra-Europe rail network

Hupac, an intermodal rail operator headquartered in Switzerland, is bolstering its rail network connecting Zeebrugge, Belgium with northern Italy.

Introducing a fresh train service to Piacenza, the Hupac is also increasing the frequency of services to Italy’s Busto Arsizio and Novara. Additionally, departure points for trains headed to Antwerp will now be relocated to Lauterbourg, France.

Furthermore, Hupac aims to expand its array of intermodal services with increased flexibility, reliability,...

https://container-news.com/hupac-enhances-intra-europe-rail-network/

OCEAN Alliance rolls out new service network

OCEAN Alliance, consisting of CMA CGM, COSCO, Evergreen and OOCL, has announced the launch of its updated service network, called “DAY 8 Product”.

After extending their partnership for an additional five years, the four ocean carrier allies are unveiling their new programme aimed at tackling the emerging challenges posed by the volatile conditions in the Red Sea.

The DAY 8 Product, which is expected to commence in April, will include:

  • The deployment of 321 container ships, including 119 vessels...

https://container-news.com/ocean-alliance-rolls-out-new-service-network/

ONE revamps Japan – South Korea service network

Singaporean container carrier Ocean Network Express (ONE) will revamp Japan Korea Express 1 & 2 services aiming to expand its direct shipping network between South Korea and Japan.

The company will add a call at the port of Nagoya in Japan to its Japan Korea Express 1 (JK1) service, effective from 28 March.

The updated port rotation of the JK1 service will be Busan (South Korea) – Shimizu (Japan) – Tokyo (Japan) – Nagoya (Japan) – Busan.

Moreover, ONE will add port calls at Moji and Hakata in...

https://container-news.com/one-revamps-japan-south-korea-service-network/

ONE redesigns its Scan Baltic feeder service network

Singaporean box line Ocean Network Express (ONE) has announced service updates in the Scan Baltic Region in Northern Europe.

The ONE dedicated IBESCO service has been redesigned to offer faster transit times and enhanced port coverage to/from Denmark and Sweden. The updated weekly service rotation will be as follows:

Leixoes (Portugal) – Lisbon (Portugal) – London Gateway (UK) – Rotterdam (Netherlands) – Gothenburg (Sweden) – Aarhus (Denmark) – Copenhagen (Denmark) – Helsingborg (Sweden) –...

https://container-news.com/one-redesigns-its-scan-baltic-feeder-service-network/

Maersk reopens Port Sudan bookings

Maersk announced that it has resumed its acceptance of new bookings to and from Port Sudan.

Due to the situation surrounding the Red Sea, including the Bab al-Mandab Strait, Maersk has only been accepting bookings to/from Port Sudan – Europe, but the Danish shipping company has now reopened bookings acceptance to/from Port Sudan – Middle East, as well as the Asia-Pacific and Africa Regions.

“All cargo will go via the Cape of Good Hope, due to the volatile situation in and surrounding the Red...

https://container-news.com/maersk-reopens-port-sudan-bookings/

Maersk, CMA CGM suspend Rio de Janeiro port call on joint service

Maersk and CMA CGM have notified their customers about upcoming adjustments to their joint Bossa Nova/SIRIUS service connecting the Mediterranean with the East Coast of South America.

Effective from 14 March, there will be a suspension of calls at Rio de Janeiro port (Southbound) until July with the exact date pending confirmation.

CMA CGM said this measure aims to enhance service reliability, significantly impacted by operational constraints and heavy congestion in Brazilian ports. These...

https://container-news.com/maersk-cma-cgm-suspend-rio-de-janeiro-port-call-on-joint-service/

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