Gemini Cooperation to shift four services back through Red Sea, Suez Canal

Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk will reroute four Gemini Cooperation services through the Red Sea and Suez Canal following an assessment of the region’s security situation.

The NE4, SE1, SE2 and IEX services will transition from the Cape of Good Hope route to the shorter Red Sea passage.

First westbound sailings:

First eastbound sailings:

The carriers will announce the first SE1 sailing at a later stage.

According to Hapag-Lloyd, the Red Sea route provides a more efficient connection and shorter transport options for cargo moving between Asia and Europe.

Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk will continue monitoring the security situation and may introduce further changes if conditions develop.