DFDS is paying a heavy price for EU's review of HSF Logistics takeover

A decision is still pending in the EU competition authority's review of DFDS's acquisition of HSF Logistics. The protracted process has proven a costly affair for DFDS. "We're surprised that it's taking so long," DFDS's CEO tells ShippingWatch.
Photo: DFDS - PR
Photo: DFDS - PR

The EU's competition authority continues to raise new questions regarding DFDS's strategic acquisition of HSF Logistics, a transaction valued at DKK 2.2 billion, and this drawn-out process will end up costing DFDS approximately DKK 500 million (USD 79.2 million) in lost revenue and DKK 50 million in lower operating earnings (EBIT) this year.

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