With effect from February, Swire Shipping has upgraded its multipurpose liner service to the Micronesia region by doubling its service frequency to Guam and Saipan, offering up to four sailings per month from Asia. The doubling of sailings into key ports will offer greater frequency, faster transit times and better coverage for customers in Micronesia. It is a big step forward for Swire Shipping, in a region where steady growth is anticipated. This is particularly driven by the tourism sector, with both locations reporting an increase in visitor numbers in 2016 and major hotel, resort and casino construction underway.