Syama Prasad Mukherjee Port, Kolkata (SMP Kolkata), a leader in feeder and container services for over three decades, in alliance with Pacific International Lines (PIL), announces the inauguration of China Calcutta Service (CCS) at Kolkata Dock System (KDS).
This pioneering direct weekly service from China to Kolkata will meet the growing demand for shorter transit times from Far East ports to Kolkata. The port statement said CCS will have three dedicated vessels – Kota Ria, Kota Rukun and Kota Rakyat – each with an average parcel load of 622 TEU, specially designed to navigate low draft conditions.
“This service promises a transit time of only 10 to 12 days, which significantly increases logistics efficiency and meets the needs of customers in India and Nepal. The port rotation for the route includes: Xiamen-Shekou-Singapore-Kolkata-Singapore-Xiamen, which provide strong connectivity and promote trade growth in the region.”