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Skou: Consolidation will continue after Hamburg Süd acquisition

Even though Maersk Line's acquisition of Hamburg Süd is seen as the last remaining piece of the consolidation puzzle taking place in the global container sector, there is sure to be more on the way, says Maersk Line CEO Søren Skou, who plans to maintain Hamburg Süd's brand and Hamburg headquarters.
Photo: Carsten Snejbjerg/Polfoto/Arkiv
Photo: Carsten Snejbjerg/Polfoto/Arkiv
by TOMAS KRISTIANSEN

The consolidation in the global container industry is far from over, says Maersk Line CEO Søren Skou on the same day he is able to announce the Danish carrier's acquisition of the world's seventh-largest container carrier, Hamburg Süd.

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