Emirates Shipping Line (ESL) is revamping its Gulf India Africa Express (GIA) service as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance service reliability, schedule efficiency, and market connectivity. The changes, announced via a recent advisory, are set to go live from August 27, 2025.
The GIA service plays a crucial role in connecting India, the Gulf region, and East Africa, and the optimized rotation is expected to strengthen trade links and transshipment options across these strategic regions.
Key Highlights of the Streamlined GIA Service:
- Optimized Route:
Streamlined service to ensure better operational efficiency and schedule reliability.
- Strategic Market Coverage:
Direct weekly connections between:
- India (Nhava Sheva, Mundra)
- Gulf (Jebel Ali)
- East Africa (Mombasa, Dar es Salaam)
- Enhanced Transshipment:
Seamless connections for Red Sea and East Mediterranean cargo via Nhava Sheva and Jebel Ali.
- Strong Agency Support:
Backed by ESL’s trusted service agency network for localized support and service excellence.
- Weekly Frequency:
Consistent weekly schedule to support planning and supply chain stability.
Updated GIA Port Rotation:
- Nhava Sheva → Mundra → Jebel Ali → Mombasa → Dar es Salaam → Nhava Sheva