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Hapag-Lloyd Acquires ZIM for $4.2 Billion Amid Protests

2/18/2026

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Hapag-Lloyd AG has agreed to acquire ZIM Integrated Shipping Services for $4.2 billion at $35 per share, a 58% premium.
The deal is expected to close by late 2026, creating the world's fifth-largest container shipping company with over 400 vessels.
ZIM's international operations will be integrated into Hapag-Lloyd.
FIMI will establish New ZIM and retain ZIM's Israeli operations to meet golden share requirements, while ZIM employees protest over job security.

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Hapag-Lloyd AG has agreed to acquire ZIM Integrated Shipping Services for $4.2 billion at $35 per share, a 58% premium.
The deal is expected to close by late 2026, creating the world's fifth-largest container shipping company with over 400 vessels.
ZIM's international operations will be integrated into Hapag-Lloyd.
FIMI will establish New ZIM and retain ZIM's Israeli operations to meet golden share requirements, while ZIM employees protest over job security.