Ocean line sale expands Europe logistics reach for US shippers
The proposed deal would combine shipping, rail and trucking networks across Europe and West Africa, with implications for American exporters and cold-chain customers. The post Ocean line sale expands Europe logistics reach for US shippers appeared first on FreightWaves .
Boluda Shipping of Spain has announced plans to acquire Samskip, a Dutch logistics firm, in a deal set to finalize on January 1, 2027. The acquisition aims to expand Boluda's European short-sea and inland freight network, potentially offering U.S. businesses more integrated shipping options beyond major European ports. The combined network would serve 28 countries, connecting Northern Europe, the Iberian Peninsula, the Canary Islands, and West Africa.
Upon completion, the companies anticipate a logistics throughput of over 750,000 TEUs and 35,000 containers annually. Boluda's Executive Chairman, Ignacio Boluda Ceballos, emphasized the company's goal to lead European short sea shipping and provide a competitive advantage to its clients. Samskip's CEO, Olafur Orri Olafsson, will continue his role, and the Samskip brand will be retained under the new entity.
Samskip already caters to U.S. customers through its international freight-forwarding and temperature-controlled logistics services. The acquisition is expected to bolster connectivity in regional maritime routes and inland distribution, with Samskip's existing offices in the U.S. providing a strong foundation for the expanded network.
Boluda plans to invest in the combined network's capacity and explore new connections post-acquisition.
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