CONTAINER SHIPS
Ellerman City Liners, part of GB Global, has acquired Norwegian shortsea operator Viasea Shipping from ColliCare Holding AS. The deal, announced on 12 November 2025, strengthens Ellerman’s presence in the European shortsea market.
Founded in 2016, Viasea operates scheduled services between the UK, Norway, the Netherlands, Poland, and Lithuania. The company has offices in Moss, Rotterdam, Gdynia, Klaipeda and Immingham, and runs a fleet of around five vessels. Viasea has positioned itself as a sustainable alternative to road freight, offering reliable shortsea connections across Northern Europe.
Ellerman, a historic UK shipping name revived in recent years, has expanded its liner services between Europe and the UK. The acquisition of Viasea provides access to established routes and customer bases, complementing Ellerman’s existing network.
The integration of Viasea will allow…