ZIM unveils China – US West Coast service

ZX2 will start operations on 3 July 2024, reportedly offering the industry’s quickest transit time.

According to ZIM, this service provides:

• Dedicated berths at the origin and destination ports provide a smooth arrival and departure.

• All accelerated import containers were unloaded onto ZIM-dedicated chassis for speedy delivery.

• Efficient rail links enable rapid inland distribution throughout the US.

• Import procedure is streamlined, with no appointment necessary for expedited freight collection.

• Dedicated lane for import pickup eliminates waits.

In addition, ZIM’s well-established ZEX premium service will now call Cai Mep, Vietnam, commencing with ZIM Falcon on 16 July 2024.

The new ZEX rotation will be: Cai Mep – Yantian – Los Angeles – Cai Mep 

Hani Kalinski, ZIM EVP Pacific Business Unit, said: “The launch of ZX2 demonstrates ZIM’s continued focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations by offering agile and high-quality premium services that address the evolving demands of the market.”

In May, ZIM released its financial report for the first quarter, disclosing revenues of $1.56 billion.