The corridor also offers an alternative to shipping lanes affected by security risks in the Middle East.
The expanded cooperation forms part of Hapag-Lloyd’s broader terminal strategy.
El Niño and below-normal monsoon rainfall are expected to reduce India’s sugar production, while rising prices could encourage mills to prioritise sugar over ethanol.
The company’s first consumer-facing whiskey release will debut at the Kentucky Bourbon Festival before limited nationwide distribution this autumn.
The company is prioritizing the transport of essential goods, including food and medicine.