October24 , 2026

    HIKARU Shipping Line Strengthens Asia–Gulf Connectivity with Weekly Umm Qasr Service

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    HIKARU Shipping Line is strengthening trade connectivity between Asia and the Gulf with a dedicated weekly service linking the UAE with Umm Qasr Port in Iraq, offering businesses a reliable logistics corridor for cargo movement into the Iraqi market.

    The service is designed to facilitate shipments originating from China, India and other international markets, providing an integrated multimodal connection through the UAE.

    Under the network, cargo is routed through Khor Fakkan, followed by road connectivity between Khor Fakkan and Jebel Ali, before being connected to HIKARU’s weekly service to Umm Qasr Port.

    The connectivity provides exporters and importers with an alternative logistics route to access Iraq while supporting smoother cargo handling and more predictable supply-chain movements.

    With its combination of sea and road connectivity, HIKARU Shipping Line aims to improve access to key Gulf markets and support businesses seeking dependable transportation solutions across the region.

    HIKARU Shipping Line continues to focus on building efficient trade corridors that connect Asian origins with important markets across the Gulf and Middle East.