Which shipping companies are resuming Suez Canal sailings, and what is the specific service involved?

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd are resuming Suez Canal sailings through their joint Gemini network service. The decision applies to one of the services in that network, shifting back from the Cape of Good Hope route to the Suez Canal.

What prompted Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd to resume transit through the Suez Canal?

The resumption follows 'thorough assessments of the security situation in the Red Sea area' and marks 'a step towards a gradual return to the trans-Suez corridor', according to Maersk's statement — indicating improved or reassessed security conditions after prior rerouting caused by Houthi attacks in the Red Sea.

Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd to Resume Sailings Through Suez Canal

Jul 6, 2026

Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd will resume Suez Canal transit on one Gemini network service, marking a step towards returning to the Asia-Europe trade corridor following Red Sea security assessments.

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