Accelerating the Supply Chain: Launching the Express Container Transport Route Connecting Vietnam – China – the United States

By Van Tam|02/04/2025 17:56

On April 2, 2025, at the Shanghai International Port (China), the inauguration ceremony for the express container transport service route Ho Chi Minh City – Shanghai – U.S. West Coast officially took place. This is the result of a strategic cooperation between Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP), Tan Cang Hiep Phuoc Port, and international partners, marking a new milestone for the maritime trade corridor in the Asia-Pacific region.

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On April 2, 2025, at the Shanghai International Port (China), the inauguration ceremony for the express container transport service route Ho Chi Minh City – Shanghai – U.S. West Coast officially took place

SSX Route – Connecting Three Major Economies in Just 17 Days

The SSX (Ho Chi Minh - Shanghai  Express) route is operated through a joint venture between Shanghai Jinjiang Shipping (SJJ – China) and Matson (United States). Specifically, SJJ is responsible for the leg from Ho Chi Minh City to Shanghai, and Matson handles the shipment from Shanghai to the U.S. West Coast. With a transport time of only 17 days one of the fastest currently available—SSX promises to be the optimal choice for import-export businesses.

The deployment of this service route not only optimizes shipping time but also reduces logistics costs, enhancing the competitiveness of businesses amid a global supply chain that demands increasing flexibility and efficiency.

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This is the result of a strategic cooperation between Saigon Newport Corporation (SNP), Tan Cang Hiep Phuoc Port, and international partners, marking a new milestone for the maritime trade corridor in the Asia-Pacific region

Tan Cang Hiep Phuoc – A Strategic Gateway in Southern Vietnam

As the starting point of the SSX journey, Tan Cang Hiep Phuoc Port plays a pivotal role thanks to its strategic location and superior handling capacity. Considered the extended arm of Cat Lai Port, Hiep Phuoc features modern infrastructure and a comprehensive logistics ecosystem, closely linked with the ICD, depot network, and diverse transport modes (maritime, inland waterway, road, and river).

Choosing Tan Cang Hiep Phuoc as the departure point for the SSX route not only shortens the logistics journey from southern Vietnam but also affirms the country’s growing importance in the global supply chain. This is a strategic move that elevates both the port’s position and Vietnam’s maritime economy in an era of deep integration.

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Mr. Bui Van Quy – Deputy General Director of Saigon Newport Corporation spoke at the event

“Today’s event is more than just a launch of a new transport service it’s a milestone that affirms Vietnam’s role in shaping global supply chains. In the context of rapidly shifting geopolitics and international trade, proactively developing strategic routes like SSX not only shortens the path to global markets for Vietnamese businesses but also reflects a shift from passive adaptation to proactive leadership. We believe that with a modern logistics ecosystem, flexible connectivity, and strategic partners, SSX will become a catalyst for sustainable growth and deeper integration of Vietnam’s economy.” – Mr. Bui Van Quy, Deputy General Director of Saigon Newport Corporation

The launch of the SSX service not only marks a new chapter in maritime cooperation between Vietnam, China, and the United States but also reflects the strategic vision of all involved parties in promoting regional and global connectivity. As logistics becomes the backbone of the digital economy, the introduction of SSX is a strong affirmation of Vietnam’s maritime transport sector’s competitiveness, flexibility, and commitment to sustainable development. This is a positive signal for both domestic and international business communities, toward a future of seamless and efficient trade.

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