Hapag-Lloyd entity, Hanseatic Global Terminals, has established its own subsidiary in Latin America, marking the brand’s first-ever regional expansion. It is a significant step in the company’s mission to strengthen its global terminal network and enhance service offerings worldwide.
The step includes the creation of Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America S.A. and the incorporation of two new business units under its Inland Services division: Hanseatic Global Terminals Chile Logistics S.A., and Hanseatic Global Terminals Chile Extraportuarios S.A. Both Inland Services units, along with the port subsidiaries, provide comprehensive port and logistics services to foreign trade players throughout the entire region.
“The launch of Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America marks a significant step in the realization of our Strategy 2030 and our aspiration to serve our customers as a global terminal operator,” said Dheeraj Bhatia, CEO of Hanseatic Global Terminals.
“Today, we move forward as Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America and become a vital part of a global network of terminals driving operational excellence across the Americas. We remain committed to delivering high quality service – now strengthened with access to a global network,” added Mauricio Carrasco, CEO of Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America S.A.
Increased punctuality through hub-and-spoke scheme
According to its Strategy 2030, the number of seaport terminals operated worldwide will grow from currently 21 to approximately 30 units globally. Own facilities simplify the handling of the shipping company’s container vessels, especially in ports affected by congestion. This significantly increases the punctuality rate of the Hapag-Lloyd fleet.
According to the British maritime analyst Drewry, the punctuality rate in JUN25 was already 87-89%, at least for those ships belonging to the mainline which are part of the Gemini Alliance with Maersk. A key factor in schedule adherence is the hub-and-spoke system which has been tried and tested in aviation and involves calling at central ports where goods are transferred to feeder ships for regional distribution. Drewry emphasizes that delays can be avoided in particular when shipping companies control their own terminal capacities and can thus better manage coordination and processes. The establishment of Hanseatic Global Terminals Latin America is a further step in this direction.
HHLA gets new boss
As was announced on 30JUN25, Dutchman Jeroen Eijsink (52) will become the new CEO of terminal operator, Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA). The position will become vacant on 01OCT25 when the current CEO, Angela Titzrath, leaves the company after heading HHLA for nine years. Her step was preceded by strong opposition against selling 49% of HHLA’s shares to the Swiss shipping company MSC, initiated by Hamburg City as HHLA’s majority owner. Dutchman Eijsink has held leading positions at DHL, the freight forwarding service provider C.H. Robinson, and the logistics company Girteka Group.
With Jeroen Eijsink, HHLA is gaining an internationally experienced leader with a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities of global logistics, said Rüdiger Grube, Chairman of the Supervisory Board. “His proven track record in leading and transforming complex organizations, as well as his clear vision for efficiency and innovation, will strengthen HHLA in a crucial phase of its further development.”
This means that, following Hapag-Lloyd boss, Rolf Habben Jansen, another Dutchman is now at the helm of Hamburg’s maritime affairs.
