[2nd December 2024] — Ocean Network Express (ONE) is excited to announce the launch of two new services, the Aegean Express (AEX) and Levant Express (LEX), which will enhance connectivity between Northern Europe and the Mediterranean. Launching in January 2025, these services are tailored to meet the growing demand for efficient, flexible, and reliable shipping solutions in these strategic regions.

The AEX and LEX services will provide customers with industry-leading transit times and unparalleled access to Northern European and Mediterranean markets through key transshipment hubs, including Rotterdam, Istanbul, Piraeus, and Damietta. These hubs will allow customers access to ONE’s extensive Northern European and Mediterranean feeder network, optimising connections to global markets through short sea and deep-sea shipping routes.

The Aegean Express and Levant Express are designed to support businesses in improving their supply chain performance by offering enhanced service options and greater responsiveness. As global trade evolves, ONE remains dedicated to delivering superior solutions and strengthening its network capabilities to keep customers’ supply chains running efficiently.

Key Service details:

Aegean Express (AEX)

 ✔ Vessel Lineup: 4 Vessels

✔ Port Rotation: London Gateway, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Piraeus, Istanbul, Gebze, Gemlik, Aliaga, Piraeus, London Gateway

✔ Frequency: Weekly

Map showing the Aegean Express shipping route with ports in London, Antwerp, Rotterdam, Piraeus, Gebze, Gemlik, Istanbul, Izmir, and Piraeus. It includes a rotation schedule and transit times.

Levant Express (LEX)

✔ Port Rotation: London Gateway, Rotterdam, Hamburg, Antwerp, Alexandria, Damietta, Mersin, London Gateway

 ✔  Frequency: Weekly

✔ Vessel Lineup: 4 Vessels

Map showing a shipping route labeled "Intra Europe LEX (Levant Express)" with ports in London, Rotterdam, Hamburg, Antwerp, Alexandria, Damietta, and Mersin. Turnaround is 28 days.

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About Ocean Network Express (Europe) Ltd. 

Launched on April 1, 2018, Ocean Network Express (Europe) Ltd. is the regional headquarters and a subsidiary of Ocean Network Express (ONE), headquartered in Singapore. 

About Ocean Network Express (ONE)

Ocean Network Express (ONE), headquartered in Singapore, is one of the world’s leading liner shipping companies.

It operates a fleet of over 230 vessels with a capacity exceeding 1.8 million TEUs. Through its extensive global network, ONE provides reliable container shipping services to over 120 countries.

The company was established by integrating the container shipping businesses of Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (“K” LINE), Mitsui O.S.K. Lines (MOL), and Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK).

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