CMA CGM has launched its KORA Express service, establishing a direct weekly shipping connection between Northern Europe and Lekki Port in Nigeria, further strengthening maritime connectivity between Europe and West Africa.
The service will be operated by vessels with a capacity of approximately 4,200 TEUs and will cover the rotation Southampton–Vlissingen–Antwerp–Tanger Med–Algeciras–Tema–Lekki Port–Cotonou–Dakar.
With transit times to key West African destinations, including Nigeria, Ghana and the Republic of Benin, designed to be as short as 15 days, the new service is expected to enhance trade connectivity and provide businesses with improved access to international markets.
The introduction of KORA Express marks another significant development for Lekki Port, reinforcing its position as a modern maritime gateway and strengthening its integration into global shipping networks.
The new weekly connection is expected to create greater opportunities for trade, improve shipping connectivity and facilitate stronger commercial links between Northern Europe and key West African economies.