DUBAI-based Emirates Shipping Line has announced that it will participate in Cosco's Asia-Middle East MEX service starting June 19 after buying slots.

    The MEX service calls at Shanghai, Ningbo, Hong Kong, Shenzhen-Shekou, Singapore, Jebel Ali, Dammam, Port Kelang, Singapore, Hong Kong, and back to Shanghai.

    "This underscores the relative importance Emirates holds for the Gulf region and assures the Line's commitment to the region. Not only is this a quality service on this very important trade route, but further confirms our ongoing commitment to our customers by offering them service quality with very competitive transit times," said Emirates in a company statement.

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