MSC has announced the upgrade and extension of its Noumea Express service to include Fiji.
The carrier said this service will connect MSC’s global network to and from Lautoka and Suva on a fortnightly basis via Sydney/Brisbane, enhancing the company’s presence in the pacific market.
From 10 November, the service rotation ex Australia to Fiji will be Sydney – Brisbane – Noumea – Lautoka – Suva – Sydney
Sydney, Brisbane and Noumea will be weekly calls, while Lautoka and Suva will be fortnightly calls.
MSC has noted in the following table transit times from Australia to Fiji.
| Port of Loading / Port of Destination | Lautoka | Suva |
| Sydney | 7 days | 8 days |
| Melbourne via Syd | 14 days | 15 days |
| Brisbane | 5 days | 6 days |
| Noumea | 2 days | 3 days |
