ISRAEL's ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM) has launched a new premium service, ZIM Central China Xpress (ZX2), linking Central China to the US west coast.

The ZX2 service rotates through Cai Mep, Yantian to Los Angeles and then back to Cai Mep.

The ZX2 offers on the industry's quickest transit times, plus dedicated berths at the origin and destination assuring smooth arrivals and departures.

All accelerated import containers are unloaded onto ZIM-dedicated chassis for speedy delivery with efficient rail links enabling rapid inland distribution throughout the US.

"Import procedure is streamlined, with no appointment necessary for expedited freight collection. Dedicated lane for import pickup eliminates waits," says ZIM.

"In addition, ZIM's well-established ZEX premium service will now call Cai Mep, Vietnam, commencing with ZIM Falcon on July 16," the company said.

Said ZIM vice president Hani Kalinski: "The launch of ZX2 demonstrates ZIM's continued focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations by offering agile and high-quality premium services that address the evolving demands of the market."