A new direct shipping route operated by China’s COSCO Shipping Lines was inaugurated, connecting Batam Port in Indonesia’s Riau Islands province to Yangpu Port in Hainan, China.
This route aims to enhance sea connectivity between China and Southeast Asia, significantly benefiting trade. Wang Wei, managing director of COSCO Shipping Lines Indonesia, emphasized that the direct sailings will reduce transit times and logistics costs, facilitating trade between China, Indonesia, and the broader region.
Batam, strategically located at the crossroads of Indonesia, Singapore, and Malaysia, has evolved into a vital industrial hub, attracting foreign investment in sectors like electronics and shipbuilding.
The port has upgraded to an international-standard container terminal, enhancing its capacity and efficiency. Djoko Prasetyo, president director of Persero Batam, noted that the new route will further boost local industries.
The launch also benefits companies like Ecogreen Oleochemicals, which exports products to China, improving competitiveness. The route operates on a fixed schedule, linking Batam, Yangpu, and Kota Kinabalu in Malaysia, and connects to mainline services to the Americas. This development symbolizes a new stage of cooperation between China and Indonesia, reinforcing their economic ties and regional connectivity.
Xinhua
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