The service which currently runs two vessels between Darwin, Dili and Singapore carries a mixture of container, breakbulk and project cargo.

“This is an excellent growth opportunity for ANL as Darwin has been a missing link in our Australian port coverage,” said ANL managing director John Lines.

“The service to be renamed ‘Perkins ANL Xpress’ or PAX will offer customers a new level of shipment options through ANL’s worldwide network of services.”

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