DFDS AS completes acquisition of Turkish company to expand its shipping and logistics operations
Acquiring Company
DFDS
Acquired Company
Ekol Logistics
Copenhagen
IstanbulTransportationSupply Chain ManagementLogisticsTransportationLogisticsDescription
DFDS AS, a Denmark-based integrated shipping and logistics company, has successfully completed the acquisition of a Turkish company, expanding its presence and operations in the Mediterranean region. The acquisition also involved a revision of the terms around included debt.
Quick answer
DFDS is acquiring Ekol Logistics, announced November 15, 2024. DFDS is based in Copenhagen, Capital Region Of Denmark, Denmark.
- How much did DFDS pay for Ekol Logistics?
- The deal value was not disclosed.
- What does DFDS do?
- DFDS is a leading European logistics and shipping company providing ferry and logistics services in Europe and around the world.
- Where are DFDS and Ekol Logistics based?
- DFDS is based in Copenhagen, Capital Region Of Denmark, Denmark. Ekol Logistics is based in Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey.
- Who are the decision-makers at DFDS?
- Fundz holds 2 contacts at DFDS. Names and contact details are shown to Fundz members.
Source: Fundz verified event record.
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Who acquired Ekol Logistics?
Ekol Logistics was acquired by DFDS, based in Copenhagen. The deal was reported on November 15, 2024. DFDS is a leading European logistics and shipping company providing ferry and logistics services in Europe and around the world. DFDS is privately held and operates in Transportation.
When did DFDS acquire Ekol Logistics?
DFDS's acquisition of Ekol Logistics was reported on November 15, 2024. DFDS AS, a Denmark-based integrated shipping and logistics company, has successfully completed the acquisition of a Turkish company, expanding its presence and operations in the Mediterranean region. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Ekol Logistics do?
Ekol, an integrated logistics company founded in 1990, provides best-in-class international freight, warehousing, domestic distribution, foreign trade, customs, and supply chain management services in 11 countries. It is privately held, operating in Transportation, and is based in Istanbul.
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