Wallenius SOL Becomes Wallenius Link as Wallenius Lines Takes Sole Ownership

Wallenius SOL will operate under the name Wallenius Link from November 12, 2026, after Wallenius Lines became its sole owner. The shipping company announced the change in a statement published on November 12, 2026. Wallenius SOL is a Swedish shipping company founded in 2019 that runs ice-rated ConRo vessels between the Nordic forest industry and continental Europe.

Wallenius Lines Takes Full Ownership

In April 2026, Wallenius Lines entered into an agreement to acquire SOL Group's shares in Wallenius SOL, making it the sole owner. The company said the new ownership structure provides long-term stability and continuity while creating a clear foundation for its continued development.

Erik Nøklebye, CEO of Wallenius Lines, said the name reflects the role the company plays. "We've always believed in creating links between companies, capabilities and people," he said. "Because no industry moves on its own."

The company said the name change will not affect operations, strategic direction or offering, and Wallenius Link will remain under the same management team and organization. Elvir Dzanic, CEO of Wallenius Link, said the business will continue to put customers and partnerships across the value chain at the centre. "Creating the links that support critical industrial infrastructure in Northern Europe is part of our legacy, and it will remain central to our future," he said.

The new brand identity will be introduced gradually across the business in line with operational schedules and local circumstances. That includes rebranding vessels in connection with planned maintenance, so the existing and new identities will coexist for some time.

Wallenius SOL's Fleet and Port Network

According to akta.pro company records, Wallenius Lines acquired SOL Group's shares in 2026, becoming sole owner of WALLENIUS SOL and ending the joint venture structure. The same records list seven vessels with the Mann Lines acquisition, including Baltic Enabler, Botnia Enabler, South Enabler, MV Charlotta, M/V Tavastland, M/V Thuleland and M/V Tundraland. The company operates at more than 15 ports across Finland, Sweden, Germany, Benelux, the UK, Estonia and Latvia, and records show a EUR 150 million investment in two RoRo vessels, Baltic Enabler and Botnia Enabler.

When the Wallenius Link Name Takes Effect

The Wallenius Link name takes effect on November 12, 2026, the date the company gave for the start of operations under the new identity. The company said the brand will roll out gradually, with vessel rebranding tied to planned maintenance schedules.