King Ocean Services on Monday confirmed the acquisition of loops controlled by Miami-based compatriot Bernuth Lines.

Franco Da Costa Gomez, a spokesman and son of chief executive Jose Da Costa Gomez, tells TradeWinds the routes will continue to operate under the Bernuth brand for another year.

When the smoke clears, King Ocean will oversee a fleet of 15 containerships after taking over chartered tonnage operated by its former competitor.

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