Hapag-Lloyd AG has resumed bookings on its revamped India Gulf Service 1 (IG1), reinforcing trade connectivity between the Indian Subcontinent and the Upper Gulf following the reopening of cargo bookings to and from the region without transiting the Strait of Hormuz.
The renewed service is designed to provide reliable connectivity for shippers moving cargo between India, Pakistan, the United Arab Emirates and Oman, supporting regional trade flows and supply chain resilience.
Under the revised network, the India Gulf Service 1 (IG1) will operate on the following rotation:
Kandla (India) → Nhava Sheva (India) → Karachi (Pakistan) → Khorfakkan (United Arab Emirates) → Sohar (Oman) → Kandla (India).
The resumption of bookings comes as shipping lines continue to restore normal operations across the Gulf region following recent geopolitical disruptions. By offering services that avoid transiting the Strait of Hormuz, Hapag-Lloyd aims to provide customers with greater operational certainty and uninterrupted cargo movement.
The revamped IG1 service is expected to enhance connectivity for importers and exporters across the Indian Subcontinent and the Gulf, facilitating the movement of containerized cargo through key regional trade hubs.
With the reopening of bookings, Hapag-Lloyd continues to strengthen its regional network, ensuring dependable service options for customers while supporting growing trade demand between South Asia and the Middle East.