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ESL Enhances Far East-East Africa Connectivity

SINGAPORE, 6th September Increased capacity and service frequency between key Chinese ports and East African markets with the new FHX and FNX services. ESL has announced the launch of two new services the Fahari (FHX) service and the Fanaka (FNX) service – evolved from their previous Far East Africa Express (FAX). Both services provide seamless […]

September 6, 2024

ESL’s expanding Far East-Middle East ‘universe’

ESL has announced the revamp of the existing Galaxy (GLX) and Cosmos (CMX) services, as well as the new Sirius (SMX) service.

August 29, 2024

ESL revamps Southeast Asia service, VGI

SINGAPORE, 6 May 2024 The launch of the Southeast Asia Gulf India (SGI) service marks ESL’s expansion into Indonesia. ESL is pleased to announce the launch of the Southeast Asia Gulf India (SGI) service, revamped from the previous VGI service. The new butterfly service provides direct connectivity between Southeast Asia, India, and the Middle East. […]

May 6, 2024

ESL reduces carbon emissions: Upgraded vessels and...

SINGAPORE, 12 December 2023 Further optimisation of the fleet reduces 20% of CO2 emissions in the majority of the ESL operated fleet.  Emirates Shipping Line (ESL) is committed to achieving global climate goals and promoting sustainable trade growth. After a comprehensive review of the entire ESL fleet was conducted, an extensive optimisation program encompassing several […]

March 21, 2024

ESL to launch Far East Africa Express...

SINGAPORE, 1 November 2023 ESL is pleased to announce the launch of Far East Africa Express (FAX) service connecting major ports in China to Mombasa, Kenya and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. The weekly FAX service will deploy vessels ranging from 2,500 TEU’s to 3,000 TEU’s. In collaboration with our partners, it will provide fast transit […]

March 11, 2024

ESL's CMX and GLX service rotations

ESL launches COSMOS (CMX) service and modifies...

The addition of the new flagship service, as well as the modification of GLX’s port rotation serve to improve transit times and increase frequency between the Far East and Middle East.

March 1, 2024

ESL revamps flagship GALEX service and launches...

SINGAPORE, 7 February 2024 All three services enhance connectivity to the Middle East. Effective 14th February, ESL’s flagship GALEX servicewill provide direct connections between key Chinese ports and the newest addition – the dynamic Saudi Arabian maritime hub of Dammam.In addition, the modified port rotation reduces transit time between key ports in China and Jebel […]

February 7, 2024

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