A Gemini Cooperation Update

As a part of developing our network for the Gemini Cooperation, which will be launched in February next year, we have alongside Maersk reviewed all ports and terminals in our current networks.

During this optimisation process and our review of the Asia – Europe services, we have concluded that London Gateway is the most optimal port to serve our customers importing/exporting cargo to/from the United Kingdom. This strategic decision should be seen in the light of our ambition to reduce network complexity with fewer port calls per service, and is aimed at enhancing reliability, reach, and speed for our customers. Due to this change, Felixstowe will not be a part of Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd’s shared Gemini network.

The previously announced Middle East – Europe (London Gateway) and Trans-Atlantic (Southampton) Gemini services remain unchanged.