Hamburg Süd launches first proprietary agency in Middle East

The German ocean carrier has opened a new office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to coordinate its business in the Persian Gulf region, taking over from long-time local agency partner Inchcape Shipping Services.    German ocean carrier Hamburg Süd has launched its first proprietary shipping agency in the Middle East, the company said in a statement.
   New subsidiary Hamburg Süd Shipping LLC commenced operations Feb. 1 at the company’s new office in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.
   The agency, which will coordinate all Hamburg Süd’s business in the Persian Gulf region, takes over from long-time local agency partner Inchcape Shipping Services LLC (ISS). ISS will continue to handle vessel and customs clearance in the ports of Jebel Ali and Khor Fakkan.
   “By establishing a proprietary office in the high-growth metropolis of Dubai, Hamburg Süd can respond even better to the requirements of its customers in the region,” the company said.