The following release was published by Maersk:
We are closely monitoring the evolving security situation in the Middle East and would like to share an important update on our network coverage across the region.
Following our latest risk assessment and operational review and considering the escalating conflict affecting safe navigation in the Gulf region, we have made the decision to temporarily suspend the FM1 Service (connecting Far East to Middle East) and as well the ME11 Service (connecting Middle East to Europe). This decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of our personnel and vessels while minimizing operational disruption across our wider network.
Please find below the latest information regarding the final westbound sailings on the affected services.
For containers currently on board Vung Tao Express (FM1) and Maersk Emden (FM1), as well as bookings that have already been gated in for onward vessels (FM1 & ME11), further communication will be provided once discharge and contingency plans are finalized.
For the ME11/FM1 final eastbound voyage, we are finalising the timing and vessel details and will update you as soon as this information is confirmed.
In addition to the above-mentioned changes, we would also like to confirm that our shuttle services in the Gulf region are suspended until further notice.
Furthermore, the ME1 service covering the Middle East to Northern Europe will temporarily drop the call in Jebel Ali, UAE and continue to call India and Oman.
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Previous rotation: Jebel Ali – Mundra – Nhava Sheva – Salalah – Port Tangier (TC1) – Rotterdam – Wilhelmshaven – Hamburg – London Gateway
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New rotation: Mundra - Nhava Sheva - Salalah - Port Tangier (TC1) - Rotterdam - Wilhelmshaven - Hamburg - London Gateway
Source: Maersk