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Far East - Red Sea -East Mediterranean shipping route

Fast and Direct Service from China and East Asia to the Red Sea and Mediterranean

The Five Seas Express (5CX) connects key ports in China, Vietnam, and Malaysia to Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Turkey. This service offers a fast, direct, and reliable option for shipping cargo between these regions, with a modern fleet of vessels and state-of-the-art equipment. The 5CX service connects Qingdao, Shanghai, Ningbo, Nansha, Cai Mep, and Port Klang with Jeddah, Damietta, and Istanbul, providing comprehensive coverage for shippers. Our team of experienced operators is dedicated to providing excellent customer service and ensuring the smooth transportation of cargo from origin to destination. Join the growing number of satisfied shippers who are choosing the 5CX service for their container shipping needs.
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Port rotation and route map

Port rotation

  • Qingdao (CNTAO)
  • Shanghai (CNSHA)
  • Ningbo (CNNGB)
  • Nansha (CNNSA)
  • Cai Mep (VNSGN)
  • Port Klang (MYPKG)
  • Jeddah (SAJED)
  • Damietta (EGDAM)
  • Istanbul (TRIST)
  • Damietta (EGDAM)
  • Jeddah (SAJED)
  • Port Klang (MYPKG)
  • Qingdao (CNTAO)

Proforma schedule

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Transit times westbound

5CX route Jeddah Damietta Istanbul
Qingdao 23 28 35
Shanghai 21 25 32
Ningbo 19 23 29
Nansha 16 20 26
Cai Mep 12 17 23
Port Klang 10 13 20
Jeddah – 3 9
Damietta – – 5

Transit times eastbound

5CX routePort KlangQingdaoShanghaiNingboNansha
Istanbul1928303235
Damietta16 25272932
Jeddah1220222427
Port Klang 8101215

Ports on this route

Port Departure day Terminal name
Qingdao (CNTAO) Wed Qingdao Qianwan Container Terminal
Shanghai (CNSHA) Sat SDCT
Ningbo (CNNGB) Tue Ningbo Beilun International Container Terminals
Nansha (CNNSA) Fri Nansha International Container Terminal
Cai Mep (VNSGN) Mon Cai Mep
Port Klang (MYPKG) Thu WEST
Jeddah (SAJED) Mon RSGT
Damietta (EGDAM) Fri DCHC
Istanbul (TRIST) Wed TRKMX
Damietta (EGDAM) Sat DCHC
Jeddah (SAJED) Wed RSGT
Port Klang (MYPKG) Mon WEST
Qingdao (CNTAO) Wed QQCTN

Shipping route weather forecast

Qingdao
Shanghai
Ningbo
Nansha
Cai Mep
Port Klang
Jeddah
Damietta
Istanbul
Damietta
Jeddah
Port Klang
Qingdao

The latest port & route notifications

Heavy weather is expected on the shipping route from Pusan to Shekou

29 June, 2022

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The Far East to Middle East (FAM) service from SeaLead provides a fast and reliable service between key ports in China to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar, and offers one of the fastest transit times between these key trading regions. Customers can benefit from excellent customer service, working with an experienced and knowledgeable team, and join an increasing number of satisfied shippers. Our modern fleet and equipment also ensure that cargo reaches its destination as planned and without any challenges.

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