Signals a partial normalization of routing decisions for at least one major liner corridor: A return to the Suez route reduces reliance on the longer Cape of Good Hope diversion for the IMX loop, changing the operational baseline for that service.

Raises the importance of naval escort availability as a commercial constraint: The decision ties schedule execution to the presence and coordination of naval protection rather than purely commercial routing choices.

Creates a competitive and pricing reference point for other carriers’ Red Sea decisions: A major carrier’s re-entry on a defined service provides a concrete benchmark that customers and rivals can use when negotiating routing, surcharges, and service commitments.