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    Hoegh Autoliners

    Höegh Autoliners is a global shipping line specializing in Roll-on Roll-off transport of cars and machinery.

    Ports:2.0K
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    Hoegh Autoliners operations
    $1.37B
    Revenue
    2.0K
    Ports

    Company Overview

    Höegh Autoliners is a global shipping line specializing in Roll-on Roll-off transport of cars and machinery.

    Key Leadership

    • Andreas Enger – Chief Executive Officer (CEO)

    Höegh Autoliners operates around 40 RoRo vessels and 16 offices, serving global trade routes.

    Equipment & Infrastructure

    Container Types

    • Rolltrailer

      Heavy-duty platform used for transporting breakbulk and project cargo safely underdeck.

    • Superlow Rolltrailer

      Low-height trailer designed for high and heavy cargo, offering a 75MT payload capacity.

    Technology Platforms

    • Marlink hybrid connectivity network
    • Kongsberg Digital Vessel Insight

    Warehouses & Logistics Hubs

    Logistics facilities and distribution centers worldwide:

    • United States

      Blount Island Terminal, Jacksonville FL – Major RoRo terminal for vehicle exports/imports

    • Puerto Rico

      Hoegh Autoliners Terminal, San Juan – Dedicated terminal for car carrier operations

    Certifications & Capabilities

    ISM ISO 14001 ISO 9001

    Global Locations & Network

    Höegh Autoliners operates a global deep-sea shipping network linking major continents. Key routes connect East Asia, Europe, Africa, the Americas, Oceania, and the Middle East.

    Carrier Partners & Alliances

    Höegh Autoliners partners with VARO, North Ammonia, and Yara Clean Ammonia for green fuels. It has a strategic agreement with Sumitomo Corporation to develop clean ammonia maritime fuel.

    Service Portfolio

    Ocean Freight

    • Global RoRo vessel network
    • Automotive and equipment shipping
    • Efficient port-to-port transport

    Contract Logistics

    • Cargo tracking solutions
    • Terminal handling services
    • Customs clearance support

    Special Cargo

    • High and heavy cargo
    • Project cargo handling

    Digital Offerings

    Höegh Autoliners’ digital platforms enable real-time fleet monitoring, smart connectivity, and customer cargo tracking.

    Industry Reputation & News

    Awards & Recognition

    Best Shipping Line of the Year - Multipurpose Operator, India Maritime Awards 2024

    Recent Developments

    Höegh Autoliners named its sixth Aurora-Class vessel, Höegh Moonlight, in September 2025.

    Analysis & Future Outlook

    Strengths

    • Leading global RoRo operator with longstanding customer base
    • World’s greenest PCTC fleet with lowest emissions in industry
    • Strong financial performance and resilience

    Challenges

    • Exposure to rising U.S. port fees and Red Sea rerouting costs
    • Uncertainty from new tariffs and global geopolitical tensions

    Opportunities

    • Expanding long-term contracts in a normalized charter market
    • Investing in fleet renewal for greener, more efficient vessels
    • Leveraging short-term charters to increase operational flexibility