Harren Group is bringing its heavy lift and multipurpose shipping activities together, with SAL Heavy Lift and Intermarine set to operate under the SAL banner.
The German shipping group said that the new structure simplifies access and improves transparency across its global operations. SAL Heavy Lift, SAL Engineering, SAL Offshore, Intermarine and Intermarine Bulk Carriers are now unified under the SAL umbrella. As part of the rebrand, Intermarine becomes SAL Intermarine.
SAL will lead global operations, specialising in heavy lift, ultra-heavy lift, multipurpose, offshore and bulk transport, while SAL Intermarine will focus on liner services in the Americas, offering regular routes across the Gulf, Atlantic, Caribbean and Latin American markets. SAL Engineering provides integrated project engineering – from feasibility studies and lifting plans to seafastening design and onsite supervision.
Martin Harren, ceo of SAL and Harren Group, said: “Our customers face very different transport challenges. Some need scheduled liner reliability in the Americas, others global tramp flexibility or ultra-heavy lift execution. By clearly structuring our services across SAL, SAL Intermarine, and SAL Engineering, we reduce complexity and ensure seamless service. Customers gain direct access to the right ships, skills, and speed – every time.”
Commenting on SAL Intermarine, he added: “This evolution is about clarity and connection. Intermarine has always been rooted in reliability and relationships across the Americas. By becoming SAL Intermarine, we keep that spirit alive – while gaining the strength, scale, and resources of a truly global brand. Our customers can expect the same trusted team and service, now backed by even broader capabilities and reach.”
Harren Group completed the full takeover of Intermarine in 2022 after taking an initial 50 percent stake in Americas breakbulk specialist in October 2020.
Combined, the newly structured SAL operates a fleet of around 80 vessels worldwide. Recent fleet additions including the newbuild Orca Class heavy lift vessels, F700, F500, F360, and D-Type ships. Continued investments in deck carriers and an expanding bulk fleet will further broaden the company’s global logistics capabilities.
