Torben Carlsen steps on the brakes: "We have already adapted"

However, there is no need for drastic measures in the form of extensive layoffs, says the CEO of the Danish shipping group.
In logistics, where we have drivers and trucks, we have already adapted quite a bit. For example, we have a fairly large throughput of drivers. This means that much of the adaptation can be handled by not re-staffing blue collar positions,” says Torben Carlsen. | Photo: Dfds
In logistics, where we have drivers and trucks, we have already adapted quite a bit. For example, we have a fairly large throughput of drivers. This means that much of the adaptation can be handled by not re-staffing blue collar positions,” says Torben Carlsen. | Photo: Dfds

DFDS expects to achieve an operating profit of up to DKK 5.2bn (USD 756.28m) this year, but is nevertheless under pressure from reduced freight, rising costs and overcapacity.

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