Hapag-Lloyd has agreed to acquire a 25% stake in APM Terminals Maasvlakte II B.V. from APM Terminals, strengthening the Rotterdam facility’s role as a key European hub for the Gemini Cooperation between Hapag-Lloyd and A.P. Moller–Maersk.
The investment will secure long-term automated terminal capacity for Hapag-Lloyd and expand its terminal portfolio under Hanseatic Global Terminals (HGT), while APM Terminals will retain operational control.
Currently undergoing a major expansion, Maasvlakte II will add 1,000 metres of deep-sea berth, four rail tracks and additional automated equipment. The terminal is expected to reach an annual capacity of 5.4 million TEU, supporting future cargo growth through Rotterdam.
Financial details were not disclosed. The transaction remains subject to regulatory approvals.