Ocean Network Express (ONE) announced that it is adding a direct service connecting the Middle East, India, and Mozambique to boost its hinterland markets in the said regions.

"The new MIM (Mozambique - India - Middle East) service is a unique product offering directly connecting Jebel Ali, Mundra, and Maputo, which will provide a new gateway option to hinterland markets in South Africa, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe," the Singapore-based shipping line said.

ONE's MIM service starts from the sailing arriving at Mundra on May 20 for West Bound and the sailing at Maputo on May 22 for East Bound.

The shipping line said the MIM service will follow the Jebel Ali – Mundra – Maputo – Jebel Ali (Bi-weekly frequency) rotation.

"This new service will enhance ONE's network and provide our customers more flexibility to Mozambique and hinterland countries," ONE said.