India-Middle East trade sees surge in dedicated container services

Gulftainer expands Khor Fakkan port capacity, and Maersk launches a new container shuttle loop between India and the UAE, driven by high freight yields and shipping chokepoints around the Strait of Hormuz.

Why it matters. This market move affects shipping companies and importers in the region, as it highlights the growing importance of the India-Middle East trade route and the challenges faced by carriers in the area.