The CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air, and logistics solutions, has announced the acquisition of Freightliner UK Intermodal Logistics for an undisclosed sum.
The transaction encompasses rail and road operations, inland terminals, as well as the Freightliner brand, and underlines CMA CGM’s ambition to build a sustainable and competitive transport offering in Europe.
Three other Freightliner businesses, Heavy Haul, Rotterdam Rail Feeding and Freightliner Poland/Germany, will remain under existing ownership.
Freightliner operations will remain focused on its multi-user and multi-customer approach, and will be run independently with existing teams.
The transaction is expected to close in early 2026, subject to the required regulatory approvals.
With Freightliner UK’s expertise and know-how, CMA CGM said the deal will further strengthen its ability to offer European customers, seamless and integrated intermodal solutions including transport and terminal operations.
Rodolphe Saadé, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the CMA CGM Group, said: “The acquisition of Freightliner, a leading rail freight operator, strengthens our intermodal presence in the United Kingdom, a strategic market for CMA CGM.
“It enables us to connect sea, rail and road more efficiently, delivering better solutions for our customers.
“It is also a concrete step in expanding lower-carbon transport options, supporting both their needs and the decarbonisation of global trade.”
Tim Shoveller, Freightliner Group Chief Executive said: “This transaction marks an exciting new chapter for Intermodal and Heavy Haul, allowing each to focus on their distinct markets under separate ownership.
“The Intermodal business will become a stand-alone business within CMA CGM’s portfolio, with opportunities to collaborate with other arm’s length CMA CGM companies.”
