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Tunisia's Port of Zarzis launches new international shipping line connecting Italy, Tunisia, and Libya

Tunisia's Ministry of Transport announced the launch of a new regular international shipping line, with the Port of Zarzis receiving its first container ship. This new line connects the Tunisian commercial ports of Zarzis and Rades with Italy's Gioia Tauro and Libya's Tripoli port. The ministry stated that this initiative aims to boost economic activity and trade in southeastern Tunisia, addressing requests from companies in the region involved in export activities through the Zarzis commercial port. It also seeks to encourage investment by reducing transportation costs and transit times and utilizing the port's resources. Additionally, the commercial port of Zarzis is preparing for dredging works by the end of this year to accommodate larger vessels with an 11-meter draft for commercial and cruise ship traffic, while also enhancing maritime navigation safety.