History

In 1970, ZIM moved boldly into container shipping, becoming one of the first carriers to adopt the technology that has come to dominate the modern era. Six specialized container ships were ordered together with containers and shore equipment.
In 1972, ZIM introduced its pioneering ZCS – Zim Container Service three-continent line, with ships making a scheduled, 100-day journey that originated in Israel and sailed to ports of call in the Far East, Asia, America and Europe. 
During this period, ZIM also deployed tankers to carry crude oil from Iran to Israel, as well as finished goods from Israel to Europe.