Cargo vessel "Nyx" arrives at Qingdao Port on July 13. [Photo/ WeChat account: shangdong-port]

A new line of express ships from Shandong province to the Middle East, developed by Qingdao Port of Shandong Port Group (SPG), officially opened with the arrival of "Nyx" at berth QQCTN 106 on July 13.

The new route relies exclusively on Qingdao Port as its only North China destination, and connects to Dubai-based Jebel Ali in the United Arab Emirates via Klang Port. Seven 5,000- TEU (20-foot equivalent unit) ships will service the line.

The new routes will further increase SPG's port line density, expand the group's market layout and coverage in the countries and regions involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, and speed up the port's transformation and upgrading.