The German competition authorities have approved the DFDS A/S acquisition of the container shipping company Norfolk Line Containers B. V. with effect from the beginning of October 2006.
As stipulated in the Stock Exchange Announcement of 15 August 2006, the acquisition will strengthen the DFDS position in the lo-lo market. Norfolk Line Containers B. V. operates six chartered lo-lo container ships on two routes between Rotterdam and ports in Ireland.
As previously announced, the acquisition of Norfolk Line Containers B. V. is expected to have a minor positive impact only on DFDS’ results for Q4 2006.
The name of the company will, as a consequence of the sale, change to DFDS Container Line B. V.
For further information, please contact CEO, Ole Frie, direct line +45 3342 3400, or Managing Director Ole Sehested, direct line +45 3342 3207