New service introduced to link major Asian ports
TINNews
Malta Freeport Terminals announced the introduction of a new weekly service to its operations, which links major ports in India, Pakistan, Eastern Mediterranean and the Arabian Gulf.
The service, known as ‘IndaMed’, is operated by three of the world’s largest shipping lines: CMA CGM, APL and COSCO Shipping.
The first vessel to service this route, the ‘CMA CGM Virginia’ which can carry up to 5,100 container units (TEUs), called at the Malta Freeport in recent days.
Malta Freeport Terminals CEO Alex Montebello said: “This new service has further strengthened Malta Freeport’s global connection network as it means we now offer efficient links with 117 ports worldwide.”
Mr Montebello added that this benefits local and foreign importers and exporters who have opportunities to tap new markets.