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Once finalized, the joint venture will operate under the brand \u201cWilhelmsen Ahrenkiel Ship Management\u201d and provide technical management to a fleet of 72 containerships, with a focus on feeder ships between 1,000 and 3,000 TEU capacity.<\/p>\n
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The joint venture will have around 100 employees operating out of Hamburg and Rhoon, located near Rotterdam in the Netherlands.<\/p>\n
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\u201cWe are very happy to strengthen our presence in Germany together with a strong partner like MPC Capital. We believe Ahrenkiel Steamship is a good fit as we share many common values; focusing on quality, heritage and at the same time have ambitious goals to utilize digital technology to enhance and improve the operations. We are looking forward to develop a strong track record together in the container segment through this partnership,\u201d says Carl Schou, CEO and President of Wilhelmsen Ship Management.<\/p>\n
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MPC says the deal will provide access to Wilhelmsen\u2019s global network and improves its service scope and quality o ships under management.<\/p>\n
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The closing of the transaction is still subject to approval by the relevant antitrust authorities.<\/p>\n
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