News / Hapag-Loyd and Zim tap lucrative transatlantic market with Turkey-US loop

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Ocean carriers Hapag-Lloyd and Zim are boosting their transatlantic footprints with a joint weekly service between Turkey and the US east coast, beginning in mid-May.

Hitherto, both carriers have operated irregular services on the route, but increased demand and higher freight rates have encouraged the lines to commit six ships of 2,500-3,500 teu for a weekly connection.

The Turkish market will be served from the ports of Izmit, Aliaga and Mersin, while in the US there will be calls at New York, ...