Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk Form 'Gemini Cooperation' to Share Shipping Space

The alliance aims to improve container ship punctuality using a hub-and-spoke system inspired by aviation logistics.

The newly launched 'Gemini Cooperation' unites German shipping company Hapag-Lloyd and Danish firm Maersk in a container space-sharing agreement.
The alliance seeks to achieve a schedule reliability rate exceeding 90% after several months, a goal not reached by the industry even before the pandemic.
Ships in the alliance will adopt a hub-and-spoke system, focusing on major ports to reduce delays and improve efficiency.
Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk previously belonged to separate alliances; competitors like MSC have chosen to operate independently or form other partnerships.
Due to security concerns in the Red Sea, the alliance will continue routing ships via the Cape of Good Hope, extending travel times and requiring additional vessels.