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Recently, the "COSCO Netherlands" berthed at Yangpu International Container Terminal (Berth 5), marking the official launch of Hainan Free Trade Port¡¯s seventh intercontinental route¡ªthe "South China-U.S. Southwest" service (SCS).

Key Features of the New Route:

Port Coverage:

• China: Yangpu (Xiaochantan), Nansha, Yantian, Kaohsiung (Taiwan)

• U.S.: Long Beach

• Vietnam: Cai Mep (deep-water port)

Fleet & Capacity:

• 7 x 150,000-ton container ships

• Stable schedules, ample capacity, high reliability

• Complements existing routes (South Pacific, Middle East, U.S. East Coast)

Strategic Impact:

? Enhanced Logistics Options: Faster, more competitive shipping for Hainan-based importers/exporters.
? Transshipment Hub Growth: Attracts cargo from Myanmar (Yangon), Cambodia (Sihanoukville), Malaysia (Port Klang/Pasir Gudang), Indonesia (Jakarta/Semarang) via Hainan¡¯s Southeast Asia network.
? "Belt & Road" & Dual-Circulation Boost: Strengthens China-U.S. trade links, stabilizes supply chains.