The Gothenburg-based shipping line will incorporate their fellow professionals from Harwich, extending the company's scope westwards as well as within the Baltic.

"This acquisition, will, among other things, result in a larger fleet and an expanded port network stretching from the Baltic countries to North West Europe," commented Elvir Dzanic, CEO, WALLENIUS SOL.

He added, "The integration of services will enhance our expertise, broaden our offerings and foster thriving partnerships. With Mann Lines Logistics' knowledge and years of experience operating container services in Northern Europe, we are well-equipped to deliver even greater value to the industries and communities we serve."

Bill Binks, former CEO of Mann Lines and new Vice President WS South at WALLENIUS SOL, also said, "We are thrilled to embark on this journey together, as we unite our expertise and resources. Being under WALLENIUS SOL leadership will unlock new opportunities for our colleagues and customers, bringing tangible benefits to the Northern European market."

WALLENIUS SOL will see the addition of new offices in Estonia, Latvia, and the UK, as well as some 200 clients.

In the Baltic, Mann Lines' ro-ro Service 1 (operated with the use of the 2,850-lane-metre ML Freyja) connects the ports of Paldiski (Southern) and Turku with Bremerhaven, Cuxhaven, Rotterdam, and Harwich.

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