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Sep 25
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CLdN orders two 6,700 lane-metre RoRo vessels for delivery in 2029

By 2026 Newsletter week 38

CLdN has ordered two new RoRo vessels from HD Hyundai Heavy Industries. Construction is scheduled to begin in early 2028, with delivery in mid-2029.

The closest existing fleet counterparts are the 5,000 lane-metre H5-class vessels, particularly the LNG-capable FAUSTINE and SERAPHINE. Compared with the H5 class, the newbuildings will have an additional deck and increased deck space, with a configuration specifically adapted for trailers.

Key features include:

  • 6,700 lane metres: 34% more lane capacity than the existing 5,000 lane-metre class.
  • Dual-fuel propulsion: capable of running on marine diesel or LNG.
  • Improved fuel efficiency: CLdN expects similar fuel consumption per vessel to the H5 class, but 30–40% better efficiency per tonne-kilometre of cargo carried.
  • Faster cargo handling: wide ramps with direct access to the upper decks, designed to shorten port turnaround times.
  • Provision for future upgrades: space reserved for larger electric shaft generators and batteries as technology develops.

The ships will be the 15th and 16th vessels ordered by CLdN from the South Korean shipbuilder over the past ten years. CEO Florent Maes said the order would expand fleet capacity and provide greater flexibility to meet customer needs.

Photo Mike Louagie

Sep 25
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CLdN reports lower fleet emissions in CSR Report 2026

By 2026 Newsletter week 38

CLdN’s own fleet recorded average emissions of 32g CO₂/tonne-km in 2025, down from 37g in 2024.

According to CLdN, this was:

  • 18% lower than its next-best performing short sea competitor.
  • More than 55% lower than the peer group average.
  • More than twice as carbon-efficient as road transport by heavy goods vehicle.

The company’s new CSR Report 2026 covers its material impacts, risks and opportunities, alongside its approach to environmental, social and governance issues.

Read the report

Aug 03
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CLdN Introduces First Electric 4×4 Tugmaster in Zeebrugge

By 2026 Newsletter week 31
  • CLdN and Terberg have introduced the first fully electric 4×4 RT253EV Tugmaster into CLdN’s RoRo operations.
  • The vehicle entered service on 29 July at the Port of Zeebrugge.
  • It will initially be used to load and discharge CLdN vessels on the Zeebrugge–UK routes.
  • The RT253EV produces zero exhaust emissions, reduces noise levels and is designed specifically for demanding RoRo operations.
  • Its electric drivetrain includes regenerative braking, improving energy efficiency while reducing brake wear and maintenance.
  • During the initial phase, the electric Tugmaster will operate alongside CLdN’s existing diesel fleet as the company evaluates the performance of zero-emission terminal tractors in daily operations.

Source: https://www.terbergspecialvehicles.com/en/news/Terberg-and-CLdN-Launch-First-Electric-4by4-Tugmaster-into-CLdNs-RoRo-operations/

Jun 26
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CLdN Completes Acquisition of Samskip UK & Ireland Freight Business

By 2026 Newsletter week 26

CLdN has completed the acquisition of Samskip’s quay-to-quay and door-to-door freight business between mainland Europe, the UK and Ireland. The services will transfer to CLdN on 29 June.

The transaction includes Samskip’s container shipping services linking Rotterdam with ports in the UK and Ireland, together with its door-to-door logistics activities and a fleet of more than 5,000 multimodal cargo units. CLdN says the acquisition strengthens its short-sea container offering and significantly expands its multimodal network between the UK, Ireland, and Central and Eastern Europe.

Jun 01
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CLdN Moves Shipping Operations to the UK

By 2026 Newsletter week 22
  • CLdN has completed the transfer of its shipping operations from Luxembourg to the UK, establishing new headquarters in London.
  • The move reflects the company’s strong UK presence, with around 75% of its sailings starting or ending at UK ports.
  • CLdN says it will benefit from the UK’s maritime expertise and talent pool as it continues to expand its shipping activities.
  • To mark the move, UK Maritime Minister Keir Mather visited CLdN’s Purfleet terminal, highlighting the company’s contribution to trade, investment and employment.
  • CEO Florent Maes said the relocation strengthens CLdN’s long-term commitment to the UK, supported by recent investments and the planned acquisition of Samskip’s UK and Ireland services.
  • CLdN has invested around EUR 100 million in its UK terminals at Purfleet, Killingholme and Liverpool to support future freight growth.
Jun 01
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CLdN Appoints Cameron Bowie as COO of Shipping

By 2026 Newsletter week 22

CLdN has appointed Cameron Bowie as Chief Operating Officer of CLdN Shipping, effective 13 July 2026.

Bowie joins from container shipping company Hapag-Lloyd, where he currently serves as Managing Director UK & Ireland. He brings 36 years of experience in the maritime transport sector.

According to CLdN, his experience will support the company’s ambitions in short-sea container shipping and its continued expansion in UK, Irish and European trades.

Bowie succeeds Gary Walker, who will retire this summer after almost three decades with CLdN. Walker joined the company in 1997 and has led its shipping activities for the past 12 years, overseeing a significant expansion of operations.

Feb 22
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Samskip Agrees To Sell To CLdN Its UK and Ireland Quay-To-Quay and Door-To-Door Freight Business

By 2026 Newsletter week 08

CLdN will acquire Samskip’s quay-to-quay and door-to-door freight business between the Continent and the UK & Ireland.

  • Includes container services between Rotterdam and UK ports (Belfast, Blyth, Grangemouth, Hull, Tilbury) and Irish ports (Cork, Dublin, Waterford).
  • Network currently performs more than 1,000 port calls per year.
  • Covers door-to-door multimodal operations linking the UK & Ireland with continental Europe.
  • Transfer of leases for 5,000+ multimodal cargo units, including 45ft pallet-wide containers, reefers and flat racks.
  • Supplier agreements for road, rail, barge, vessel sharing and port operations to move to CLdN.
  • Strengthens CLdN’s short-sea container offering alongside its RoRo activities.
  • Expands scale and network reach, particularly towards Central & Eastern Europe.
  • Regulatory and competition approval required before closing.
  • Financial details not disclosed.

Source: CLdN and Samskip

Jan 23
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CLdN Launches Weekly Rotterdam–Porto LoLo Container Service

By 2026 Newsletter week 04

CLdN has announced the launch of a new weekly LoLo container service linking Rotterdam Distriport with Leixões (Porto), responding to growing customer demand on the route.

Key points

  • Weekly LoLo container service between Rotterdam Distriport and Port of Leixões
  • Complements two weekly return RoRo sailings between Rotterdam / Zeebrugge and Leixões
  • Part of CLdN’s 2024 strategy combining LoLo and RoRo on longer-distance routes
  • Aims to increase operational flexibility, sailing frequency, and reduce CO₂ emissions per unit
  • Service scheduled to commence on Sunday, 25 January

According to CLdN, deploying container vessels alongside RoRo tonnage enhances network resilience while supporting customers’ decarbonisation objectives through improved utilisation and lower emissions intensity.

Dec 19
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DFDS and CLdN Extend Zeebrugge–Gothenburg Space Charter Agreement

By 2025 Newsletter week 51

DFDS and CLdN have agreed to extend their space charter agreement on the Zeebrugge–Gothenburg route by five years.

CLdN announed the increase of freight capacity by adding one of the 8,000 lane metre “G9” ships.

Key points:

  • Five-year extension of the existing space charter agreement.
  • Increased freight capacity through additional lane metres (by using one of the 8,000 lane metre CLdN vessels LEONINE of CHAUMINE)
  • Four weekly sailings in each direction between Zeebrugge and Gothenburg.
  • Two freight vessels operated jointly on the route.
  • Capacity shared, with commercial activities remaining fully separate.
Oct 17
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CLdN Publishes 2025 Carbon Report

By 2025 Newsletter week 42

CLdN has released its 2025 Carbon Report, outlining continued progress in decarbonisation across its operations.

Highlights include:

  • Further improvement in fleet CO₂ efficiency in 2024
  • Reduced CO₂ emissions from CLdN’s ports (excluding the effect of acquisitions)
  • Expansion of on-site renewables and increased use of electric vehicles at port facilities
  • Comprehensive inventory of scope 3 GHG emissions
  • Continued modal shift from road to ship and rail within CLdN’s multimodal network

Click on the picture to download the report.