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ONE Extends Presence in the Levant Region with new Agency Appointment in Syria.

November 06, 2026

6th November 2026, London – Ocean Network Express (ONE) has appointed Seanautics Maritime Services LLC as its official agent in Syria to support growing regional demand.  

This expansion broadens ONE’s coverage across the Levant, extending its long-standing partnership with Seanautics, its established agent in Lebanon, into the Syrian market.  

With offices in Damascus and Latakia, Seanautics Maritime Services LLC, present in the region for 25 years, will provide customers with direct access to ONE’s global product and services network. Backed by local knowledge with excellent customer service, their experienced, dedicated personnel will provide direct on the ground support for ONE’s customers. 

Tomohiro Hosaka, Managing Director of ONE Europe & Africa, said: “Establishing a dedicated presence in Syria is an essential step to support our customers' growing operational and supply chain needs in the country. With established offices in Damascus and Latakia, Seanautics brings deep insight into the local market and the practical realities of shipping in Syria. We are excited to support our customers in expanding their trade, backed by ONE’s proven global standards and dedicated local care.”

Raed G. Baconi, Deputy CEO, Seanautics Maritime Services LLC, added: Representing ONE in Syria is an exciting milestone for Seanautics. Through our offices in Latakia and Damascus, our experienced personnel are ready to deliver hands-on, dependable agency services on the ground. We look forward to connecting Syrian trade to key international markets via ONE’s reliable global liner network”.

Operations are scheduled to begin in January 2027, bringing together ONE’s international container shipping network and Seanautics’ experience in Lebanon and Syria.

About Ocean Network Express (Europe) Ltd.
Ocean Network Express (Europe) Ltd. is the regional headquarters and a subsidiary of Ocean Network Express (ONE), headquartered in Singapore.

About Ocean Network Express (ONE)
Ocean Network Express (ONE), headquartered in Singapore, is one of the world's leading liner shipping companies. It operates a fleet of over 280 vessels with a capacity exceeding 2.2 million TEUs. Through its extensive global network, ONE provides reliable container shipping services to over 120 countries.
For more information, please visit www.one-line.com/en.
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