CLdN signs agreement with Clipper Group to acquire Seatruck Ferries

Leading European RoRo ferry operator CLdN has entered into an agreement to acquire all shares in Seatruck Ferries Holding Ltd. from Clipper Group.

With eight purpose-built vessels, Seatruck Ferries is the leading RoRo operator on the Irish Sea, transporting close to 20% of the region’s seaborne cargo volumes.

The divestment of Seatruck Ferries allows Denmark-based Clipper Group to devote all financial and managerial resources to further strengthening its global dry cargo business.

CLdN’s contemplated acquisition of Seatruck Ferries is subject to regulatory approval from the Irish competition authorities, expected before year-end.

Gorrissen Federspiel assisted Clipper Group in connection with the transaction.

Anders Ørjan Jensen, Charlotte Thorsen and Niclas Holst Sonne were partners on the matter, assisted by Tina Herbing and Julie Rindom.