News / Hapag-Lloyd acquires UK trucking outfit ATL Haulage

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Hapag-Lloyd has returned to the road freight market, agreeing to acquire UK-based ATL Haulage for an undisclosed sum, and continues to invest in transport capacity beyond its core shipping business.

The Loadstar understands the plan for the newly acquired trucking firm is to operate it as Hapag’s in-house haulier in the UK, most likely supplemented by subcontractors.

However, both companies confirmed that ATL would “remain an independent company and brand, and continue to be run by the existing management team, serving all ...