CMA CGM has announced the launch of a new service connecting Asia and Latin America as part of its expansion plans in the region.
In a statement, the French logistics company said the "ACSA 5" service will connect Asia with Mexico, Guatemala, and Chile starting this month.
"ACSA 5 will be complementing the 3 ACSA services already offered by CMA CGM, with competitive and short transit times, a strategic asset for our customers, especially producers of perishable goods and fresh fruits," CMA CGM said.
"With this unique offer, CMA CGM pursues its ambition to strengthen its service to South America," it added.
ACSA 5 will follow the Hong Kong - Shekou - Ningbo - Shanghai - Manzanillo - Puerto Quetzal - San Antonio - Hong Kong rotation.
The service will be operated by five vessels.
CMA CGM said the service is "specially designed" for reefer transportation of perishables & fresh fruits towards Asia.
"This improvement of CMA CGM's offering between Asia, Mexico, and the West Coast of South America reinforces the Group's global coverage in order to meet customers' expectations and needs," the Group said.
