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Hapag-Lloyd launches annual Cherry Express service between Chile and Asia

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Hapag-Lloyd will start its annual Cherry Express service from 17 November departing the Port of Valparaiso, Chile for Asia.

The German line has improved AN1 Cherry Express service, that links Chile with Asia at the beginning of the cherry season, with extra vessels and loaders.

Cherries are a sensitive and valuable commodity with a short season and Hapag-Lloyd said they require a high level of expertise to transport and top-quality equipment. The Chile – Asia AN1 Cherry Express Service is designed with a tailor-made express service, 24/7 support, and a modern reefer fleet, according to the shipping line.

This season will have additional vessel calls and three cherry extra loaders. It will have seven refrigerated cargo vessels and three additional ships, totalling more than 140,000 refrigerated containers.

The container ship Cochrane will start the weekly direct crossing that will link Valparaíso and Hong Kong in 22 days.

The route will be Valparaiso, Shanghai (China), Keelung (Taiwan), Busan (South Korea), Ho Chi Ming (Vietnam), Laem Chabang (Thailand), Tokyo (Japan), Port Kelang (Malaysia), Nava Sheva (India) and Belawan (Indonesia).