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HMM Launches New MA2 Loop to Expand Global Network into West Africa
1+ hour, 22+ min ago (314+ words) HMM has announced the upcoming launch of its new Mediterranean-West Africa Service (MA2), scheduled to commence operations in the second week of July 2026. The new container line is a core element of HMM's aggressive "hub-and-spoke" strategy, designed to expand its regional…...
PIL to Launch Ubuntu Express (UBX) Service to Boost Asia'South Africa Trade
1+ hour, 5+ min ago (222+ words) The new loop is deployed in direct response to an escalating trade demand across the Indo-Pacific corridor, driven by expanding African consumer markets, rising industrial production, and a strong uptick in the movement of manufactured, agricultural, and temperature-sensitive goods. The…...
OOCL Launches New CIS3 Loop to Strengthen South China'Indonesia Trade
1+ hour, 30+ min ago (226+ words) OOCL has announced the successful launch of its new China Indonesia Service (CIS3), further expanding its Intra-Asia network. The service commenced its maiden voyage on May 16, 2026, establishing a dedicated, high-speed maritime corridor designed to streamline trade between major manufacturing hubs in…...
CEVA Logistics and Lenovo Advance Green Trade with China'Kazakhstan Electric Truck Pilot
3+ day, 23+ hour ago (213+ words) The trial marks a major step forward in establishing low-carbon transport corridors between China and Central Asia, proving that sustainable technology can meet the rigorous demands of long-distance ground freight. The pilot involved transporting 5. 3 tons of cargo from Shenzhen to…...
OOCL Launches China'Indonesia Service to Strengthen Regional Connectivity
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (103+ words) OOCL has launched a new China-Indonesia Service (CIS1), aimed at enhancing connectivity and schedule reliability between the two markets. The service commenced on 20 April 2026 and is designed to support growing cargo volumes between China and Indonesia, while offering customers greater flexibility…...
DP World and Ichijo Komuten Strengthen Japan'Philippines Shipping Link
4+ day, 2+ hour ago (233+ words) DP World has strengthened its partnership with Ichijo Komuten through an expanded shipping connection between Japan and the Philippines, supported by CMA CGM's JP8 service. The weekly service, which began in March 2026, links Sendai with ports in the Philippines, enhancing supply…...
WICE Logistics Advances Global Sustainability Goals with WICE II Launch
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (638+ words) For this issue, LM spoke with Dr. Araya Kongsoonthorn, Group Chief Executive Officer; Mr. Chudet Kongsoonthorn, Group Managing Director Business Development; and Mr. Patadon Kongsoonthorn, Regional Commercial Director, to discuss the company's 2026 strategic roadmap, its approach to sustainability, and the…...
DP World Handles 10 Millionth Container in Dakar - Logistics Manager
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (264+ words) DP World has handled its 10 millionth container at the Dakar Container Terminal, marking a milestone in the development of Port of Dakar as a key maritime gateway in West Africa. The achievement reflects nearly two decades of operations since DP…...
CMA CGM Welcomes Maiden Call of Ocean Rise Express Service in Kobe
6+ day, 1+ hour ago (236+ words) CMA CGM has marked the maiden call of its new Ocean Rise Express (OCR) service at the Port of Kobe, strengthening direct connectivity between Japan and Northern Europe. The weekly service provides a direct link from Japan to major European…...
PIL and PSA Launch Singapore's First Joint Land-Sea Green Shipping Service
1+ week, 4+ day ago (256+ words) Pacific International Lines (PIL) and PSA International, supported by DNV, have launched Singapore's first joint land-sea green value-added service for cargo transhipped through the Port of Singapore. The service is designed to help shippers and cargo owners reduce Scope 3 emissions…...