COSCO Shipping Lines Launches CPV Service Linking Yangpu with US and Canada

By Admin

13 Feb, 2026

In a major boost to trans-Pacific trade, COSCO Shipping Lines has officially launched its new CPV (China–Pacific–Vancouver) service, enhancing maritime connectivity between Asia and North America. The service commenced on 23 January with the 261.10-metre-long COSCO Santos departing from Yangpu International Container Terminal, carrying seafood, chemical products, and transshipment cargo from Southeast and South Asia bound for Port of Seattle.

This milestone marks the first Far East–Northwest USA/Canada route operated from Yangpu Port under the Hainan Free Trade Port framework, reinforcing the port’s growing importance as an international logistics hub.

Enhanced Connectivity and Reduced Transit Time

The CPV service directly connects Yangpu with Port of Vancouver and Seattle, offering improved multimodal connectivity to inland markets across the United States and Canada.

With 12 Asian feeder services already calling at Yangpu, the new CPV route significantly expands shipping options for exporters in Southeast Asia looking to access North American markets efficiently.

According to the company, the direct linkage is expected to reduce transit times by 7–10 days. This reduction translates into lower logistics costs, improved cargo turnover, and enhanced operational efficiency for cross-border trade stakeholders.

Boosting Trade and Supply Chain Resilience

The CPV service is set to facilitate smoother movement of agricultural, industrial, and consumer goods between China, Southeast Asia, and North America. By diversifying logistics channels and strengthening direct connectivity, the route enhances supply chain resilience amid shifting global trade dynamics.

The service deepens commercial engagement with the US and Canada while providing exporters with faster, more reliable, and diversified logistics solutions. Reduced dependency on indirect routing options further minimizes risks associated with delays and congestion.

Strengthening Yangpu’s Role as a Regional Hub

The launch of the CPV service strengthens Yangpu Port’s position as a dual hub serving both domestic Chinese and international markets. Supported by the Hainan Free Trade Port’s zero-tariff policies, international ship registration framework, and ongoing infrastructure upgrades, Yangpu continues to attract global enterprises and expand its regional aggregation advantage.

With the addition of the CPV service, COSCO Shipping Lines further consolidates its Asia–North America network, promoting faster, more cost-effective, and resilient trade flows across the Pacific.

As global trade patterns continue to evolve, strategic service expansions such as CPV highlight the growing importance of integrated port infrastructure and diversified shipping networks in sustaining efficient international commerce.