Nippon Express Introduces 5-Day US Delivery for Asia-US Ocean Freight

What Happened?

Nippon Express has launched a new premium service, 'US 5-Day Cross,' to expedite cargo from key Asian ports to major US destinations via the Port of Los Angeles. The service aims to bypass ocean and rail transport delays by using priority handling and continuous team-driver trucking to ensure final delivery within five days of vessel unloading.

KEY HIGHLIGHTS
Published date
October 5, 2026
Advisory category
operational_update
Affected Trade lanes
Asia -> North America
Affected Ports
USLAX
Who is Affected?
Shippers, freight forwarders, and BCOs managing container shipments from Asia to the US West Coast will benefit from this expedited delivery option.
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