Ellerman is a historic name in global shipping, with a proud tradition of excellence. But while we’re mindful of our past, our eyes are set firmly on offering a world-class set of supply chain solutions fit for the rigours of the modern marketplace…
Peter Andrews
A new chapter for a famous shipping brand
Bringing service and certainty back to supply chain solutions
Ellerman is offering that rarest of things in today’s ultra-challenging container shipping market – a good news story! Recognising the difficulty posed for many businesses by the ocean freight capacity shortage on key trade lanes, this brand new express service is bringing speed, service and certainty back to supply chains.
Managed by a team of highly experienced shipping and supply chain professionals, Ellerman’s focus is on providing tailored solutions to our customers.
We are very proud of the Ellerman heritage and our pride in delivering on our promises may seem a little from a bygone age in which the customer lay at the heart of container shipping. We listen carefully to our customers and their needs. That’s how we’re able to ensure the provision of economical, high-quality transport and global freight management services.
But rooted as we are in traditional values, our operations are powered by leading-edge technology, enabling us to provide:
- Fast, reliable transits
- End-to-end supply chain management
- Fully tracked and managed shipments
- Certainty on equipment and schedules
At Ellerman we understand the challenges faced by our customers and are committed to delivering an unrivalled level of service to overcome them.
A proud history of shipping excellence
Initially formed over 120 years ago, the name Ellerman is steeped in British maritime history.
That’s why we’re so proud to bring this sleeping giant back to life.
1892
John Ellerman made first move into shipping by purchasing Leyland Line which was subsequently sold to J P Morgan in 1901.
1901
Founded as London, Liverpool & Ocean Shipping Company. Also acquired 50% of George Smith & Sons City Line & 50% of Hall Line Ltd
1902
Rebranded Ellerman Lines Ltd
1908
Acquired Bucknall Steamship Lines Ltd
1914 – 1918
World War One, vessels requisitioned by British Government
1939
Ellerman Group owns 105 ships, one of largest fleets in the world
1939 -1945
World War 2, vessels requisitioned by British Government
1946
By the end of World War 2, a total of 60 Ellerman Ships had been lost.
1953
Ellerman Fleet has grown to 94 Ships with carrying capacity of 900,000 tons
1966
Beginning of the containerisation of freight transport
1983
Company sold to Barclay Brothers
1987
Management acquired company and merged with Cunard Line to form Cunard Ellerman Line
1991
Company acquired by Andrew Weir Shipping
2003
Company acquired by Hamburg Sud
2004
Ellerman Lines ceased to exist!
2021
Ellerman City Liners is relaunched
2021
Ellerman City Liners is relaunched