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Global container operator Maersk is implementing a significant upgrade to its ME2 service linking India and Europe, adding calls to Rotterdam, Felixstowe and Bremerhaven. The future port rotation of the ME2 service will be Port Tangier, Algeciras, Rotterdam, Felixstowe, Bremerhaven, Port Tangier, Salalah, Jebel Ali, Mundra, Nhava Sheva and Port Tangier.
The company says the extension of the ME2 service to key destinations in North Europe will benefit North India’s exporters, particularly those in the lifestyle and retail sectors. The transit times for ocean transport between Mumbai ports and North Europe will be shortened by five to seven days. Additionally, on the backhaul from North Europe to India, importers for the automotive sector will benefit from quicker transit times for automotive components coming into India.
Despite the expansion, the nominal capacity of the weekly ME2 service will remain unchanged. Maersk will add two additional vessels to the rotation to accommodate the extended coverage in North Europe.
Morten Juul, Head of Regional Ocean Management, Indian Subcontinent, Middle East and Africa, said: “With the enhancements made to the ME2 service, we are emphasising our commitment towards one of the most important trade routes. By adding port calls to key destinations in North Europe, we are empowering our customers with faster access to the vital market, thereby enabling them to capitalise on business opportunities and increase their competitiveness.”
