November9 , 2026

    Wan Hai Lines launches New India – East Med 2 service

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    Wan Hai Lines is pleased to announce the launch of its new India – East Med 2 Service (IM2 service), which has commenced operations. This new service significantly expands Wan Hai Lines’ network by offering direct routes from India to the Eastern Mediterranean, enhancing port coverage and connectivity for customers.

    Joint Operation and Route Details

    The IM2 service will be jointly operated with Emirates Shipping Line FZE, utilizing a total of four vessels, each with a nominal capacity of 2,700 to 2,800 TEU. Wan Hai Lines will deploy one vessel within this system.

    The maiden voyage of the IM2 service set sail from Mundra port on June 1, 2025, following a fixed 28-day round trip schedule. The port rotation for the service is as follows:

    Mundra – Jeddah – Suez – Alexandria – Mersin – Suez – Jeddah – Mundra

    Wan Hai Lines expresses confidence that this new service will provide customers with enhanced coverage and a more reliable schedule along the India and East Mediterranean corridor, meeting the growing demand for efficient shipping solutions in the region.