PIL expands Intra-Asia network with two new services linking China, Indonesia and Malaysia

Pacific International Lines (PIL) is strengthening its Intra-Asia network with the launch of two services, enhancing connectivity between key ports in China and Indonesia as well as China, Singapore and Malaysia to support growing trade flows across the region.

The enhanced North China Indonesia (NCI) Service and new China Singapore Malaysia (CSM) Service will provide customers with broader market access, competitive transit times and greater flexibility for both dry and reefer cargo, while meeting rising intra-regional trade and growing demand for reliable shipping solutions connecting major manufacturing, consumption and transhipment hubs across Asia.

North China Indonesia (NCI) Service

The NCI Service will commence on 8 November 2026 from Qingdao and will be served by a consortium of vessels, providing a direct weekly connection between China, Indonesia and Singapore. The service is strategically designed to support growing trade, and reefer cargo flows between key ports in China and Indonesia.

China Singapore Malaysia (CSM) Service

Commencing on 27 October 2026 from Tianjin, the CSM Service will offer a dedicated weekly link connecting North and South China with Singapore and key gateways in West Malaysia. It will provide customers with greater access to major industrial and consumer markets in China, Singapore and Malaysia while offering seamless transhipment links through Singapore to PIL’s extensive global network.

Ms Rita Wong, General Manager, Intra-Asia Services, PIL, said, “Asia continues to be a key engine of global trade growth, and we are seeing increasing demand for efficient and reliable connectivity within the region. The enhancement of the NCI and the introduction of CSM services reflect our commitment to providing customers with wider port coverage, faster connections and greater access to growth markets across China, Indonesia and Malaysia. These new services strengthen PIL’s regional network, enhance connectivity to our broader global services, and support customers in capitalising on expanding trade opportunities across Asia.”

Together, these services further expand PIL’s Intra-Asia coverage and competitive solutions, providing customers with more direct connections, increased service reliability and stronger links to one of the world’s fastest-growing trading regions.

NCI Rotation:

Qingdao – Shanghai – Nansha – Jakarta – Surabaya – Singapore – Qingdao

CSM Rotation:

Tianjin – Qingdao – Xiamen – Singapore – Port Klang – Penang – Nansha – Tianjin

For further information, please contact PIL’s local sales representatives.

About Pacific International Lines:

Pacific International Lines (PIL) is among the top 12 container shipping lines in the world. Established in Singapore in 1967, we are the largest home‑grown carrier in Southeast Asia.

We serve customers in over 500 locations, with a focus on Asia, China, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Oceania and the Pacific Islands. Operating a fleet of around 100 container vessels, we provide shipping services and solutions to customers in more than 90 countries worldwide.

We provide shipping services across a variety of products, including dry, refrigerated, breakbulk or special cargo. We harness our network of owned agencies and intermodal services, to bring value to our customers with end-to-end transportation solutions.

At PIL, our people-centric approach puts customers first, by leveraging expertise and technology to provide efficient and sustainable solutions. Guided by a future-focused vision, we are committed to sustainability and making a positive impact on communities.