Hapag-Lloyd takes a break from port terminal acquisitions

The German carrier plans to invest in more port terminals but not until prices have dropped to lower levels, says CEO.

Hamburg-based container liner Hapag-Lloyd, the world’s fifth-largest, has paused its investments in port terminals and infrastructure until prices have fallen to more modest levels.

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Maersk sells part of its business with the US government

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Lynn Loo urges shipping to take steps outside its comfort zone

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Hapag-Lloyd expands executive board with terminal company chief

German logistics company wants to grow 250 percent by 2030

Lynn Loo urges shipping to take steps outside its comfort zone

Maersk sells part of its business with the US government

Maersk praises Cosco's plans to move into green methanol

Fredriksen company loses legal dispute with shipyard

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