French shipping giant CMA CGM will acquire Freightliner UK Intermodal Logistics to expand its intermodal services in Britain, reported Wroclaw’s Trans.info.
The deal, which includes rail and road operations, inland terminals and the Freightliner brand, is expected to close in early 2026 pending regulatory approval.
The acquisition excludes Freightliner’s Heavy Haul division, Rotterdam Rail Feeding, and its Polish and German subsidiaries, which will remain under current ownership.
Freightliner UK will continue operating as a standalone multi-user company, retaining its existing teams. CMA CGM said the move supports its strategy to integrate maritime, rail and road transport and promote lower-carbon logistics.
CMA CGM chairman and CEO Rodolphe Saade said the acquisition strengthens the group’s UK presence and enhances its ability to offer efficient, low-emission transport solutions.
CMA CGM employs nearly 7,200 people in the UK across maritime, logistics and inland services. In 2024, its shipping agency moved 802,000 TEU to and from the UK, while its intermodal arm CCIS transported 200,000 TEUs by rail and road in the first seven months of 2025.
Freightliner CEO Tim Shoveller said the divestment allows the Intermodal and Heavy Haul divisions to focus on separate markets. He assured customers of continued high-quality service and a smooth transition.
CMA CGM said the acquisition is part of its broader European strategy to improve connectivity between the UK hinterland and major continental ports through integrated intermodal offerings.
