European multimodal logistics and shipping company Samskip has updated the rotation of its Blue Service by adding a new port call at Port of Halmstad, strengthening connectivity between mainland Europe and Iceland while expanding service options for regional shippers.
The inclusion of Halmstad is expected to improve access to Samskip’s Europe–Iceland network, providing exporters and importers in southern Sweden with more efficient transport solutions and enhanced links to key Nordic and North Atlantic markets. The move forms part of the company’s efforts to optimize its service network and respond to evolving customer demand.
By incorporating Halmstad into the Blue Service rotation, Samskip aims to offer greater flexibility, improved cargo flows and better integration between maritime and inland logistics operations. The additional call is expected to support a wide range of cargo segments, including industrial products, consumer goods, food products and other containerized freight.
Industry observers note that strategic network adjustments and new port calls help carriers improve regional coverage while enhancing supply chain resilience. The addition of Halmstad is also expected to strengthen trade links between Sweden, Iceland and other destinations served through Samskip’s multimodal transport network.
The Port of Halmstad plays an important role in Sweden’s logistics landscape, serving as a gateway for domestic and international trade. Its inclusion in the Blue Service is likely to create new opportunities for businesses seeking reliable and sustainable transport connections across Northern Europe.
With the revised service rotation, Samskip continues to expand its network capabilities and reinforce its commitment to providing efficient, flexible and environmentally focused logistics solutions for customers operating in European and North Atlantic trade corridors.