MSC LAUNCHES NEW SHIPPING SERVICE CONNECTING CHINA AND SOUTHEAST ASIA, STRENGTHENING REGIONAL LOGISTICS NETWORK

This strategic initiative aims to expand MSC’s transport network, shorten delivery times, and strengthen regional supply chains.

The Sambar service is scheduled to commence on October 29, operated by the MSC Vigor, departing from Dalian Port (China).
The service rotation will cover key ports: Dalian – Incheon – Tianjin (Xingang) – Qingdao – Da Chan Bay – Dong Nai – Laem Chabang – Singapore – Penang – Pasir Gudang – Singapore – Tanjung Pelepas – Busan – Dalian.

In addition, MSC has adjusted two other existing services to further optimize operational efficiency:

• Pertiwi Service: Enhancing connections between North and South China and Indonesia.
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• Orchid Service: Starting from November 5, linking South China and Vietnam, calling at Fuzhou – Shantou – Hong Kong – Shekou – Yantian – Hai Phong – Singapore – Tan Chau – Hong Kong – Fuzhou.

According to MSC, this expansion will:

• Improve schedule reliability and service consistency.
• Optimize logistics costs for businesses.
• Strengthen trade connectivity between China, Vietnam, and the Southeast Asian region.

The inclusion of Dong Nai and Hai Phong ports in the service rotation underscores Vietnam’s growing role as a strategic transshipment hub, contributing to export–import growth and enhancing the competitiveness of the regional logistics industry.