The India–North America Express will connect major
Indian ports with key gateways on the U.S. East Coast through a dedicated
service designed to support exporters of engineering goods, pharmaceuticals,
textiles, chemicals, automotive components, consumer products, and other
containerised cargo. By offering direct port calls and streamlined connections,
the service is expected to reduce transit times and improve supply chain
efficiency for businesses engaged in trans-Pacific trade. According
to ONE, the new service forms part of its broader strategy to enhance its
global liner network and provide customers with more resilient and flexible
shipping solutions. The carrier has continued to expand its service portfolio
in response to evolving market conditions, changing cargo flows, and increasing
demand for reliable ocean transportation between Asia and North America. The launch comes at a time when trade
between India and North America continues to gain momentum, supported by the
diversification of global supply chains and rising exports from India.
Manufacturers and exporters are increasingly seeking dependable shipping
options as companies adopt a “China+1” sourcing strategy and expand procurement
from India across sectors such as electronics, engineering, apparel, chemicals,
and consumer goods. The INX service is
expected to complement ONE’s existing network by providing seamless
connectivity to inland destinations through integrated intermodal solutions.
Customers will also benefit from improved cargo visibility, predictable sailing
schedules, and enhanced access to ONE’s global service network, enabling
smoother movement of goods across international markets. Industry observers believe the introduction
of the India–North America Express will further strengthen India’s position as
a major manufacturing and export hub while offering importers and exporters
greater choice in ocean freight services. The new route is also expected to
support growing bilateral trade by improving logistics efficiency, reducing
transit uncertainties, and increasing shipping capacity between the two
regions.
With the addition of the India–North America Express,
ONE continues to invest in expanding its global network, reinforcing its
commitment to delivering reliable, customer-focused shipping solutions that
support international trade and resilient supply chains.