The proposed acquisition of the carrier ZIM for approximately $4.2 billion is the subject of intense political discussions in Israel. The authorities are examining the strategic implications related to the loss of national control over a company deemed essential.
The creation of a new entity dedicated to certain military and commercial obligations would secure national interests while facilitating the integration of ZIM into the German group. This operation reflects the growing trend toward consolidation in the maritime sector, where critical size and alliances are becoming indispensable.
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