ZIM Falcon Service (ZFS) joins ZIM’s Latin America network, providing wider access between Asia and major ports across the River Plate region: Argentina, Brazil, and Uruguay
HAIFA, Israel, July 2, 2026, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (NYSE: ZIM) announced today the launch of ZIM Falcon Service (ZFS). The new service, operated exclusively by ZIM, is scheduled to commence September 2026 with the following rotation:
Shanghai - Ningbo - Hong Kong - Yantian - Rio de Janeiro - Santos - Paranagua -Navegantes - Montevideo - Buenos Aires - Shanghai
ZIM Falcon Service (ZFS) offers market-leading transit times, specifically tailored for time-sensitive cargo out of South China, along with the fastest transit from the River Plate region back to the Far East, creating a strong advantage for agricultural and industrial exporters across the region.
The service further expands access from key East Coast South America ports and strengthens connectivity between the region and ZIM’s global network. Key advantages include:
- Best-in-market transit times from Yantian to Rio de Janeiro in 24 days, and to Santos in 26 days
- Fastest transit time from the River Plate region back to the Far East – with direct connections from Buenos Aires to Shanghai in just 27 days, and to Ningbo in 29 days
- Fast and direct transit from Yantian to Argentina and the River Plate region
- Enhanced service to Paranagua and Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Specialized cargo expertise and refrigerated cargo solutions, supported by extensive reefer plug availability and the youngest refrigerated fleet in the industry, ensuring cold-chain integrity
- Seamless handling of out-of-gauge, hazardous cargo, and EV shipments, powered by ZIM’s dedicated vessel fleet
The maiden voyage is scheduled for September 13, 2026, with the first call at the Port of Shanghai. ZIM’s ASE service will remain fully operational and continue serving customers until the launch of the ZIM Falcon Service.
Eran Epstein, VP Latin America Business Unit said, “We are thrilled to announce the launch of ZIM Falcon (ZFS), joining our expanding portfolio of independent services. This new service strengthens our presence on the Asia - East Coast South America trade and enhances our ability to deliver reliable, fast and flexible solutions to our customers.”
About ZIM
Founded in Israel in 1945, ZIM (NYSE: ZIM) is a leading global container liner shipping company with operations in more than 90 countries, serving over 30,000 customers across more than 300 ports worldwide. ZIM leverages digital strategies and a commitment to ESG values to provide customers innovative seaborne transportation and logistics services and exceptional customer experience. ZIM's differentiated global-niche strategy, based on agile fleet management and deployment, covers major trade routes with a focus on select markets where the company holds competitive advantages. Additional information about ZIM is available at www.ZIM.com.
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