The following release was published by OOCL:
To enhance our network coverage in the emerging markets, we are very pleased to launch a new service Transpacific Latin Pacific 5 (TLP5) in our Asia – Latin America network to provide a comprehensive port coverage in the regions. In addition to OOCL’s existing loops TLP1 / 2 / 3, the new service will offer direct connections between China, Korea and Mexico, with a competitive transit time of 15 and 20 days from Qingdao to Ensenada and Manzanillo respectively.
Port rotation for TLP5: Pusan - Dalian - Ningbo - Shanghai - Qingdao - Ensenada - Manzanillo - Ensenada - Yokohama - Pusan
The new service will commence from Ningbo ETA 6 / May / 2024.
Source: OOCL