In response to growing regional trade demands, shipping company Asiatic Feederlines DMCC has announced significant adjustments to its intra-Asia FAX service, optimizing port rotations to enhance connectivity between Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
According to Alphaliner data, the biweekly FAX service operates with two 2,100-TEU vessels. The most notable change involves the Indonesian segment, where the company has replaced Belawan with Jakarta and Surabaya—Indonesia’s capital and second-largest city, respectively. This strategic shift aims to strengthen links with key regional cargo hubs and improve logistics offerings for clients.
The revised FAX service now follows this rotation: Jebel Ali (UAE) → Karachi (Pakistan) → Mundra (India) → Chittagong (Bangladesh) → Port Klang (Malaysia) → Jakarta (Indonesia) → Surabaya (Indonesia) → Port Klang → Colombo (Sri Lanka) → Jebel Ali. This redesigned network is expected to streamline operational efficiency and create more favorable conditions for cargo movement across the region.
The adjustment underscores shipping operators’ agility in adapting to dynamic market conditions. As intra-Asian trade volumes continue to rise, seamless port connectivity has become increasingly critical, prompting carriers to recalibrate services based on port developments and market trends.
Importers and exporters in affected regions are anticipated to benefit from more efficient logistics solutions, including improved transit times and shipping conditions—factors likely to stimulate further growth in regional trade. Asiatic Feederlines’ realignment represents a calculated step toward service optimization and economic facilitation.