In September, SHS – Stahl Holding Saar GmbH & Co.KG (SHS) took over Dillinger Hafen-Umschlagsgesellschaft mbH (DHUG) from HES International. The stated aim of the purchase is to further optimize the SHS supply chains and after a strategic review, HES International came to the conclusion that DHUG fits better into SHS's corporate portfolio.
Important logistics partner
The DHUG, based in Dillingen/Saar, is an important logistics partner, especially for local and international customers from the steel industry or the energy and construction sectors. In addition to loading and unloading and handling various bulk goods, the DHUG offers an asphalted area of five hectares as well as multifunctional covered storage facilities. A Ro-Ro loading ramp, a quay for lifting operations and a multi-purpose crane for general cargo are available on site.
“With the acquisition of DHUG, we are taking another important step in our transformation strategy and strengthening our locations in Saarland,” explains Stefan Rauber, CEO of SHS – Stahl-Holding-Saar.
CO2-neutral steel
In Saarland, up to 3.5 million tons of CO2-neutral steel will be produced annually from 2027 in line with the Pure Steel+ brand, thereby saving 4.9 million tons of CO2. In addition, SHS and its French subsidiary Saarstahl Rail will increasingly need easily accessible storage areas like those at DHUG for sheet metal and rails.
“I would like to thank terminal manager Fabian Hahn and his team for their continued commitment and valuable contribution to the company. SHS is a well-known market player in Germany and we are confident that they will support DHUG in continuing its successful history. The proceeds from the sale will be reinvested in projects that are crucial to the long-term, sustainable growth and transformation of HES,” said Jeroen van der Neut, Managing Director of HES International’s Dry Shipping Division.
