Hapag-Lloyd to Acquire ZIM Integrated Shipping Services for $35.00 per Share

February 16, 2026

Hapag-Lloyd has signed a merger agreement to acquire 100% of ZIM Integrated Shipping Services in an all-cash deal valued at approximately $4.2 billion (=$35.00 per share). The transaction is expected to close by late 2026 and includes plans for FIMI Opportunity Funds to form a new Israeli company (“New ZIM”) to acquire a carved-out portion of ZIM’s business tied to the Special State Share (Golden Share).

Buyers
Hapag-Lloyd, FIMI Opportunity Funds
Targets
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services
Industry
Transportation
Location
Israel
Transaction Type
Buyout

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