Launching December 2026
Operated exclusively by ZIM, ZX3 (ZIM Southeast China Express) brings more speed, flexibility, and reach to our premium expedited network – now offering reliable direct access from Shanghai and Xiamen to Los Angeles.
Shanghai to LA in 12 Days
A fast and direct route to the US West Coast
Xiamen to LA in 15 Days
Offering a best-in-market transit time!
Expedited Service in LA
Dedicated priority handling for expedited cargo
Early-Week Arrivals
Monday arrivals in Los Angeles with expedited cargo availability
Priority At All Ports of Call
Berth-on-arrival at both origins and destination
US Inland Access
Expedited rail connections from Los Angeles to key inland destinations
Why Choose ZX3?
ZX3 combines market-leading transit times, flexible late cut-offs, early arrivals in Los Angeles, and premium expedited solutions designed for time-critical cargo.
Backed by ZIM’s reliable weekly schedules, ZX3 gives your supply chain the speed, agility and resilience to respond faster, plan smarter and stay ahead – from origin to destination.
Premium expedited services available in LA tailored for time-critical cargo
Market-leading transit times from Yantian, Ningbo, Xiamen, Shanghai, and Haiphong to LA
Industry-leading schedule reliability
7 weekly departures from China and Vietnam with multiple cut-off options
3 early-week LA arrivals for expedited cargo availability and same-week warehouse delivery