Wan Hai Lines is set to launch new services under the name CI8 in late November 2026 to strengthen its presence in the Indian market and provide customers with more reliable and convenient maritime transportation services. This service will directly connect Haiphong in Vietnam, South China, and West India and will be added to the company's intra-Asia service network.
Details of CI8 Services
The CI8 service will operate using vessels with a capacity of 2800 to 3000 TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit) and will have a round-trip cycle of 35 days. The port sequence for this service will be as follows: Haiphong – Qinzhou – Nansha – Shekou – Port Klang (North Port) – Mundra – Nova Shua – Port Klang (North Port) – Haiphong.
Impact on Key Markets
The launch of CI8 services will create better connectivity among key markets in Vietnam, South China, Malaysia, and West India. By integrating these services into its existing network, Wan Hai Lines will provide improved connectivity and convenience for customers shipping goods between the Far East and West India. This move reflects Wan Hai Lines' commitment to strengthening its presence in the Indian market and expanding its intra-Asia service network.
The company will continue to enhance service quality and meet the diverse transportation needs of customers with the aim of providing reliable and efficient transportation services, as well as a wide regional network. This new service could be seen as a transformation in the maritime transportation industry and create new opportunities for trade in these regions.
