Chinese-Polish multipurpose shipping line Chipolbrok launched a service from China, the Far East, and Southeast Asia, to the Middle East Gulf in the fourth quarter of 2024.
The first sailling took place in October. Chipolbrok’s Atlantic Voyager II was loaded in China and set sail to Abu Dhabi, UAE, and Shuwaik, Kuwait. The Warnow type general cargo ship had a full load of steel products for the oil and gas industry, along with additional components.
The second sailing was performed by Chipol Taian, which was loaded in Qinhuangdao, China with a full load of steel pipes and drilling equipment – calling at both Karachi, Pakistan, and Shuwaik once again.
The next vessel in the rotation, Chipol Yongan, is presently being loaded in China before heading to Neom, Saudi Arabia, Qatar’s Ras Laffan, and Abu Dhabi, where it will serve the local energy sector.
The carrier expects strong demand for its services to the region through 2025. Neom has developed into an important gateway, it said. Chipolbrok also signed a contract of affreightment for the delivery of 100,00 tonnes of steel pipe to the region this year.
To reaffirm its presence in the Arabian Gulf, Chipolbrok Shipping was officially registered in Dubai, UAE, during December 2024. According to the company, this will help to manage local port operations – right now, nine vessels call at 18 ports in the region – whilst adding to its local business prospects.
In November 2024, HLPFI reported that Chipolbrok had ordered two more newbuild multipurpose ships, scheduled to enter service in 2025 and 2026.
