6-K
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (ZIM)
UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 6-K
REPORT OF FOREIGN PRIVATEISSUER
PURSUANT TO RULE 13a-16OR 15d-16 OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACTOF 1934
For the month of January, 2022
Commission File Number: 001-39937
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in ItsCharter)
9 Andrei Sakharov Street
P.O. Box 15067
Matam, Haifa 3190500, Israel
+972 (4) 865-2000
(Address of principal executive office)
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On January 18, 2022, ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd. (hereinafter, the "Company") issued a press release announcing a new agreement for an eight-year charter a shipping company that is affiliated with Kenon Holdings Ltd., of three 7,000 TEU liquified natural gas (LNG) dual-fuel container vessels, to serve across ZIM’s various global-niche trades. A copy of this press release is attached herewith as Exhibit 99.1.
The information in this Form 6-K (including Exhibit 99.1) shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”) or otherwise subject to the liabilities of that section, nor shall it be deemed incorporated by reference in any filing under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act.
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
| ZIM INTEGRATED SHIPPING SERVICES LTD. | |
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| By: | /s/ Noam Nativ |
| Noam Nativ | |
| EVP General Counsel and Corporate Secretary |
Date: January 18, 2022
Exhibit 99.1
ZIM Announces New CharteringAgreement for Three 7,000 TEU LNG Dual-Fuel Container Vessels
Attractive Transaction to FurtherStrengthen Core Operating Fleet and Position ZIM at Forefront of Reducing Carbon Intensity
Vessel Deliveriesto ZIM are Scheduled During Q1-Q2 2024
HAIFA, Israel – January 18, 2022 – ZIM Integrated Shipping Services (NYSE: ZIM) announced today a new eight-year charter agreement with a shipping company that is affiliated with Kenon Holdings Ltd.^1^, according to which ZIM will charter three 7,000 TEU liquefied natural gas (LNG) dual-fuel container vessels, to serve across ZIM’s various global-niche trades for total consideration of approximately $400 million. The vessels will be constructed at Korean-based shipyard, Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries and are scheduled to be delivered during the first and second quarters of 2024.
^1^ Kenon Holdings Ltd. is ZIM’s largest shareholder, which holds approximately 26% of ZIM’s issued share capital.
Eli Glickman, ZIM President & CEO, stated: “We are pleased to enter into another charter agreement to secure high quality tonnage, with a focus on adding extremely versatile vessels that could serve us on multiple trades. As we work to secure our core operating fleet to meet growing market demand, we remain committed to maintaining significant fleet flexibility to execute our proven global-niche strategy and best serve our customers. Importantly, adding “green” LNG-fueled capacity further strengthens ZIM’s position at the forefront of reducing carbon intensity among the global liners and will enable us to assist our customers in reducing their carbon footprint.”
Mr. Glickman added: “This transaction further demonstrates our prudent capital allocation strategy, supporting our efforts to strengthen our commercial prospects, deliver industry leading profitability, and create enduring value for shareholders.”
About ZIM
ZIM is a global container liner shipping company with leadership positions in the markets where it operates. Founded in Israel in 1945, ZIM is one of the oldest shipping liners, with over 76 years of experience, providing customers with innovative seaborne transportation and logistics services with a reputation for industry leading transit times, schedule reliability and service excellence.
Forward Looking Statements
This press release contains certain forward-looking statements (as such term is defined in Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) concerning future events, including forward-looking statements regarding ZIM's ability to meet growing market demand and to provide reliable service to customers, as well as assessment as to the growth trend of the market. These risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: the possibility that ZIM will not be able to meet demand from customers, the risk that the growth trend of the market will not continue or be slower than expected; the risk that current trends in the chartering market will weaken or reverse, and other factors detailed from time to time in ZIM's periodic reports and filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), including ZIM's annual report on Form 20-F filed with the SEC on March 22, 2021. ZIM expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any of these forward-looking statements, whether because of future events, new information, a change in its views or expectations, or otherwise. ZIM does not make any prediction or statement about the performance of its securities.
ZIM Contacts
Media:
Avner Shats
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.
+972-4-865-2520
shats.avner@zim.com
Investor Relations:
Elana Holzman
ZIM Integrated Shipping Services Ltd.
+972-4-865-2300
holzman.elana@zim.com
Leon Berman
The IGB Group
212-477-8438
lberman@igbir.com