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25 August 2026

MSC schedules more east-west liner services for Suez Canal transit

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MSC schedules more east-west liner services for Suez Canal transit

MSC is continuing its restoration of Suez Canal transits for selected east-west services, joining the Gemini Cooperation and Ocean Alliance in a cautious return to the Red Sea route. The move follows last week’s announcement that the world’s largest container shipping line would be sending seven ships through the waterway this month. It said on Monday: “Following a comprehensive review of the latest security and operational conditions in the Red Sea region, ... The post MSC schedules more east-west liner services for Suez Canal transit appeared first on The Loadstar .

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