Cosco Shipping Lines has officially introduced a new North Africa Express (NAX) service. This new ocean freight route directly connects key export ports in China with the market in Libya, marking a significant expansion of the carrier’s logistics footprint in the region.
The NAX service will operate on a steady frequency of one sailing every three weeks. To support the demands of this trade lane, Cosco is deploying three 80,000 dwt vessels, which offer an equivalent capacity of approximately 4,300 TEU each.
These deployed ships are box shaped general cargo and bulk carriers. They are owned by Cosco Shipping Development and actively operated by Cosco Shipping Bulk.
With this new offering, Cosco aims to substantially strengthen trade links between the Far East and North Africa. Shippers moving freight to and from the Libyan market can expect the following port rotation:
Ningbo
Shanghai
Nansha
Port Said
Benghazi
Misurata
Qingdao (Return)
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By establishing this direct connection and providing additional vessel capacity, Cosco is supporting steady and reliable cargo flows for importers and exporters operating along the North African trade corridor.