ZIM Integrated Shipping Services has introduced a new service named ZX3, which enables fast and direct transfer of goods from Shanghai and Xiamen to Los Angeles. This service, exclusively operated by ZIM, is set to commence in December 2026 and is designed to strengthen fast and reliable services in Pacific transit trade.
ZX3 Service Details
The ZX3 service allows customers to transfer goods in 12 days from Shanghai to Los Angeles and 15 days from Xiamen to Los Angeles. This service particularly enhances offerings for the Shanghai market and provides a special and fast proposal for the Xiamen market. To ensure reliability in the weekly schedule, ZIM offers solutions tailored to the needs of the supply chain.
Key Benefits of ZX3
Key benefits of this service include direct calls and berthing upon arrival in Shanghai and Xiamen, which expands ZIM's premium network coverage in key Chinese markets. Additionally, at the WBCT port in Los Angeles, ZIM has access to a dedicated berth specifically designed for the quick loading and unloading of customer goods. Unloaded cargo is placed directly onto ZIM's dedicated chassis, allowing for immediate access without the need for scheduling or appointments.
Furthermore, ZX3 provides quick rail connections to major domestic destinations in the United States, including New York, Chicago, Memphis, Dallas, and Kansas City, enabling customers to easily transfer their cargo to various markets within the country.
Hani Kalinski, Executive Vice President of the Pacific Business Unit, remarked on the launch of ZX3, stating, "This initiative is a significant step in our commitment to providing premium, customer-centric solutions that respond to the evolving needs of the supply chain. By adding Xiamen and an additional direct call in Shanghai to our fast network, we offer our customers broader market coverage and greater flexibility."
ZX3 significantly delivers differentiated services and enhances the capabilities of providing high-quality service, a complete customer experience, and support for the growth and performance of customers' supply chains.
