Doha, November 09 (QNA) - Qatar Navigation Company (Milaha), a Qatari public shareholding company, announced the launch of a new express shipping service to connect China and Southeast Asia to India, Qatar and the Gulf region.

The new China-India Express (CIX) service is aimed at improving trade opportunities and enhancing connectivity between China, Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, India, Qatar, Oman, UAE, Kuwait and Iraq.

Milaha said this new product was established to cater to the requirements of Milahas customers, while ensuring world-class transit times, competitive freight rates, and timely delivery.

The new shipping service will contribute to increasing the volumes handled by Hamad Port in Qatar, facilitating imports, exports and transshipment opportunities and accelerating the exchange of trade between the Far East, India and the Gulf.

Through launching this new express shipping service, Milaha noted it confirms its commitment to supporting businesses in Qatar and the region, as well as Qatars 2030 vision which aims at developing and diversifying the economy, enhancing international trade connectivity and securing a sustainable supply chain.

Milaha was founded in 1957 and was listed on Qatar Stock Exchange in 1997. It is one of the largest and most diversified maritime and logistics companies in the Middle East with a focus on providing integrated transport and supply chain solutions. (QNA)