Logistics provider Agility is expanding its East China ocean freight capabilities with an agreement with Shanghai International Port Group Logistics (SIPGL).

The agreement covers all ocean freight activities, FCL/LCL container shipments and breakbulk and according to Agility makes it the first international logistics provider to be given access to all of SIPGL’s port operations and services. SIPGL’s operations cover the ports of Shanghai, Jiangsu, Hebei, Anhui and Chongqing.

Agility said the agreement would allow it to provide an integrated sourcing solution and seamless transition of its customers cargo.

“We have seen a significant increase in demand for our ocean freight services across China. This partnership provides us with an improved platform from which we can better serve our customers in East China,” said Thomas Gronen, managing director of Agility East China.