MARKET LEADING.
CONTAINER TRUCKING.

We are one of Denmark’s oldest family-owned and managed companies and have been providing unbeatable transportation services across Europe for over a century.

We continue to invest heavily in the latest technologies within trucking and transport solutions that not only enhance your business but also put us on the road to zero emissions striving for 100% CO2 neutrality in 2050. And we invest in our people by fostering a healthy work environment.

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SERIOUS CONTAINER POWER. BUILT FOR WHAT'S NEXT.

At Ancotrans, we believe there’s always a way. It’s this mindset that has guided us from our beginnings in Denmark to becoming a European leader in container trucking and intermodal transport. As one of Denmark’s oldest family-owned and managed companies, Ancotrans is led today by the 4th and 5th generations—Henrik Steenbjerge and CEO Anne Kathrine Steenbjerge.

We are committed to building a truly European Ancotrans network,
driven by ambitious goals – including 100% CO₂ neutrality by 2050 #weareanco.

Our mission is to create value through reliable container transport, second-to-none know-how, and a can-do attitude. With #seriouscontainerpower at the core, we focus on long-term priorities: digitalization, automation, international expansion, and eco-friendly transport solutions. Since the 1970s, we’ve specialised in container transport – earning the trust of carriers, forwarders, and importers/exporters across Europe.
Today, that expertise powers the daily movement of around 900 trucks and 2,000 chassis across Sweden, Denmark, Germany, and the Benelux.

At Ancotrans, we never say no to container transport.
We embrace complexity, deliver clarity, and always keep moving.
Because with us, your container doesn’t just get there.

You can consider it delivered.

Quick facts

+415 full-time
employees
1500 daily transports
€135 million turnover
700 sub-contractors
100% climate offset possible

Quick facts

+390 full-time
employees
1450 daily transports
€110 million turnover
700 sub-contractors
100% climate offset possible

A proud history
and heritage

It all started with a horse and carriage. In 1882, our founder Anders Nielsen offered horse-powered luggage transport to and from the bustling ports of Copenhagen. By 1904, the business had evolved into a trusted partner for Københavns Frihavns Aktieselskab/Copenhagen’s Freeport. Since then, Ancotrans has remained a family-owned company, passed down through generations: from father to daughter and son-in-law, from son to son, and now from father to daughter once more.

When Henrik Steenbjerge joined the company in 1969, the fleet counted around 50 trucks and a few horses still in the stable. From beer to asphalt, the trucks carried it all. But Henrik recognized a growing global trend: container transport. In the 1970s, he made the strategic decision to specialize in this niche, setting Ancotrans on a path of lasting success. In 1982, we opened our first office outside Copenhagen, in Aarhus. And by 2008, we took our first step beyond Denmark with the launch of Ancotrans GmbH in Hamburg.

Today, our network spans Europe with offices in Gothenburg, Helsingborg, Copenhagen, Aarhus, Hamburg, Rotterdam, Aalborg, and Cologne. And while our tools have changed, the spirit remains the same: a relentless drive to move containers—and the world—forward.

Timeline

  • 1. Generation

    Anders Nielsen begins in 1882

  • 2. Generation

    Carl Steenbjerge* begins in 1917

  • 3. Generation

    Åge Steenbjerge begins in 1933

  • 4. Generation

    Henrik Steenbjerge begins in 1969

  • 5. Generation

    Anne Kathrine Steenbjerge begins in 2003

* Anders Nielsen “only” had a daughter Olga Nielsen, who married Carl Steenbjerge, the Co. in our company name. They had a son Åge Steenbjerge, who inherited Anders Nielsen & Co. from his mother and father.

The values that drive us

At Ancotrans, our longevity and success are rooted in more than just strategy – they reflect the values we have carried with us through generations.

These values represent the heart and soul of our company. They’re embodied by our dedicated team, whose passion and perseverance have shaped the Ancotrans you see today. They guide our decisions, define our relationships, and influence how we are experienced by customers, partners, and colleagues alike.

Our values are the pillars of our growth. They are our green and yellow guiding stars – steering our expertise in container transport, our commitment to eco-friendly solutions, and our ambition to foster a healthy, supportive workplace for every employee.

We are one

We value team spirit and togetherness
We work together regardless of geography and titles
We make each other better

We never give up

We are proud of our fighting spirit
We want to do better tomorrow than we do today
We believe everything is possible – until it isn’t

We take fun seriously

We are informal and easy-going
We like to have fun and release tension
We joke even if there is not much to joke about

We have heart

We care for each other – and for the planet
We treat colleagues, partners, and customers with humility, compassion, and respect
We help when and where we can

We give a damn

We are fair and honest in all interactions
We say what we mean and mean what we say
We make commitments with integrity

Explore our transport services

Ancotrans offers a multitude of container transport services to ensure efficient and secure shipment of your goods. Experience reliable container transportation solutions with our experienced team and modern fleet.

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Discover our sustainable services

The path to reduction begins with improved container transport. With electric trucks, HVO, and Intermodal solutions, we’re dedicated to minimizing environmental impact and aiding your sustainability efforts.

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See our digital services

An efficient journey with optimized digital services. Get better routes and prices, track shipments live, ensure timely delivery, and enjoy transparent logistics.

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