Major changes to global shipping alliances effective February 2025

MUMBAI : Global Shipping Alliances to face several major changes effective February 2025.

Dissolution of the 2M Alliance

The partnership between MSC and Maersk ends, which allowed the two largest carriers to streamline trade routes.

Formation of the Gemini Cooperation

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd form a partnership that will become the second-largest global container shipping alliance.

Creation of the Premier Alliance

The remaining members of THE Alliance, ONE, Yang Ming, and HMM, form a new partnership to provide direct port-to-port container services. The Premier Alliance will operate on key East-West trades, including Asia-North America, Asia-Mediterranean, and Asia-North Europe.

MSC’s new network

MSC will provide an independent network for East/West trades, including 11 loops for the Transatlantic Network.

MSC’s collaboration with the Premier Alliance

MSC will work with the Premier Alliance on the Asia-Europe trade.

MSC’s VSA with Zim

MSC and Zim will have a vessel-sharing agreement on the Asia-North America east coast trade.

ONE’s new product lineup

ONE will offer a wider selection of services, along with enhanced global coverage with more than 80 direct port calls.