ZIM selects DP World Terminals for new service connecting Western Australia to key Asian hubs

Fremantle, 3 February, 2023: Cargo shipping company ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM) has selected DP World’s Fremantle Terminal for a new service linking Western Australia with its trade partners in Southeast Asia.

The new ZIM Thailand-Fremantle Express (TFX) service connects Ho Chi Min City (Vietnam) – Laem Chabang (Thailand) – Port Klang (Malaysia) – Sydney – Melbourne – Fremantle – Port Klang - Ho Chi Min City.

Along the route, the TFX will call at two DP World terminals - Laem Chabang and Fremantle terminal. 

The inaugural ZIM TFX service arrived at Fremantle on 30 January, providing additional capacity to service the increasing demand for imports and exports from Western Australia, and enhancing its connectivity with Asia, which contains 12 of its 15 largest export markets.

The new service is recognition of DP World Australia’s $35 million AUD investment to transform the Fremantle Terminal to deliver additional capacity with improved performance, reliability, and operational efficiency. Over the next 12 months, the terminal will introduce new equipment such as quay cranes, reach stackers, forklifts, internal transfer vehicles, as well as upgraded IT infrastructure and operating systems to enhance terminal capability and boost trading opportunities for the west coast.

Glen Hilton, CEO & Managing Director, DP World Asia Pacific & Australasia said: “Our investment into the Fremantle business will help us build a diverse and flexible operating model to service the Western Australian market. The new ZIM TFX service is a further boost to these efforts as we look to unlock opportunities for our customers and partners by transforming port operations and connect Australian businesses to new and emerging markets.”

Andrew Adam, CEO, DP World Australia said:

“As a strategic link to the Western Australian economy, DP World is committed to improving trading opportunities that will support and meet the needs of our customers and contribute to local economic growth and competitiveness. We are proud to be partnering with ZIM on the new TFX service, which will further bolster trade connectivity between Western Australia and emerging markets in Asia.”

ABOUT DP WORLD 

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

 We deliver these services through an interconnected global network of more than 300 business units in 75 countries across six continents, with a significant presence both in high-growth and mature markets. Wherever we operate, we integrate sustainability and responsible corporate citizenship into our activities, striving for a positive contribution to the economies and communities where we live and work.

Our dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 101,600 from 162 nationalities are committed to delivering unrivalled value to our customers and partners. We do this by focusing on mutually beneficial relationships – with governments, shippers, traders, and other stakeholders along the global supply chain – relationships built on a foundation of mutual trust and enduring partnership.

We think ahead, anticipate change and deploy industry-leading digital technology to further broaden our vision to disrupt world trade and create the smartest, most efficient and innovative solutions, while ensuring a positive and sustainable impact on economies, societies and our planet.

ABOUT DP WORLD AUSTRALIA

In Australia, we are one of the largest container terminal and logistics park operators, with strategic locations in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Fremantle. We leverage our global network's expertise and scale to offer unrivalled value and opportunities to our customers and partners to create a clear pathway through the global supply chain. 

Our nearly 2,000 employees in Australia are dedicated to building a business characterised by seamless connections, restless innovation, future of trade, and access and agility.