The two carriers currently operate with eight ships in a weekly tri-continental service. Both lines will continue to operate under their own brands, with USL managed by its existing global management team. This team, supported by a proven and dedicated group of professionals, has succeeded in building USL into a market leader.
USL is composed of five companies realizing, on the whole, a 2007 estimated turnover of 145 M USD. The company uses chartered ships and employs 113 workers.
The acquisition of US Lines is in line with the aim of reinforcing the position of the ANL offer. The synergy of US Lines with ANL allows a more global solution on the triangular trade connecting the US West Coast, Australia, New Zealand and Southern China.
US Lines main figures:
- 100,000 teu per year
- USD 145 M turnover
- 113 employees
- 7 chartered vessels (mainly 1,100 TEUs, one 1,350 TEUs)
- 23,600 teus lease container fleet
- Offices in Los Angeles, Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong
US Lines triangle service:
- USA to/from Australia and New Zealand
- Hong Kong/South China to US West Coast (Los Angeles and Oakland)
- Trans-Tasman from New Zealand to Australia
- Australia/New Zealand to Hong Kong/South China
