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Samskip buys into Humber Port Logistics

[ October 24, 2022   //   ]

Rotterdam-based intermodal operator Samskip has acquired a “significant shareholding” in UK haulier Humber Port Logistics (HPL).

HPL principally serves ports on the River Humber. While making use of synergies and resources under its new ownership structure to grow and add services to its portfolio, HPL will continue to operate independently, said Samskip.

HPL managing director Jamie Benton (pictured, below) said: “This agreement opens a new chapter for HPL and supports our current expansion plans. Reliability and agility have provided the platform for HPL to establish a robust market share in and around Humberside based on the performance of a fleet of over 75 trucks.

“Now, after working together for several years, investment by one of Europe’s leading container logistics groups will move us forward to better serve our clients by growing HPL inside and outside the region. We anticipate better asset utilisation, engagement at a more strategic level with our customer base, and new opportunities to work with 4PL partners.”

HPL management and staff will remain in post, said Benton.

Samskip regional director UK, Richard Beales, added: “Investing in HPL is a considered response to a market seeking greater reliability and high-quality service levels. It opens the way to develop new business streams that are complementary to our existing focus in the UK.”

Earlier, Samskip invested in customs clearance activities, warehousing and LCL initiatives in UK and has added an Amsterdam-UK east coast shortsea service to its existing Rotterdam-UK  connection. 

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