Svitzer announced a landmark agreement to acquire a majority stake in Norwegian towage and marine services company Buksér og Berging, marking a significant expansion of its presence across Northern Europe.
The strategic partnership combines two long-standing maritime operators with complementary expertise in harbour towage, offshore support, and emergency response. With this acquisition, Svitzer aims to enhance operational efficiency, expand its regional footprint, and deliver more integrated services to port and terminal clients across Scandinavia and the wider North Sea region.
According to the announcement, Buksér og Berging will continue to operate under its existing brand while benefiting from Svitzer’s global network, fleet capabilities, and digital transformation initiatives. Both companies share a long history of maritime innovation and safety-driven operations—core values that underpin this collaboration.
The acquisition is positioned to strengthen maritime logistics chains in a region that plays a critical role in energy exports, offshore development, and sustainable shipping. The two companies also plan to explore future opportunities in alternative fuel technologies and low-emission towage solutions, aligning with the industry’s wider decarbonisation goals.
This move highlights an ongoing trend of strategic consolidation within the global maritime services sector, as operators seek to combine resources and expertise to meet growing demands for efficiency, safety, and sustainability in port operations.
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Source: Svitzer
