Ferry Shipping News

DP World announced the unification of its Marine Services brands under a single DP World brand. Unifeeder becomes DP World Shipping Solutions becomes DP World P&O Ferrymasters becomes DP World …

DFDS reported softer freight and passenger volumes for November 2025, according to Investor News no. 39, published on 12 December. Ferry – freight Total volumes in November 2025 of 3.6m …

With the booking season for summer 2026 about to kick off, FerryGoGo once again took a detailed look at what families will actually pay for their ferry crossings next year, …

On 14 November 2025, Remetzo Shipping Co introduced the new double-ended ferry OKYALLOS on the Piraeus–Aegina route. She is the first open-type amphibious ship to serve Aegina, meeting the needs …

On 7 December 2025, Kerkyra Lines introduced IONIAN EXPRESS (ex ASAKAZE NO5) on the Kerkyra–Igoumenitsa route. She is the fastest ship in the fleet, setting a new era in sea …

French Compagnie Vendéenne has ordered a new 26-metre vessel as part of its ongoing fleet renewal strategy. The company confirms that it continues to prioritise French and local shipbuilding despite …

KNUD E. HANSEN informed us that they have been involved with Ferry Holdings Limited throughout the development of the new ferries for New Zealand’s challenging Cook Strait. Their involvement has …

Norwegian ship builder Oma Baatbyggeri has delivered newbuilding 552, VARGSUND, to Torghatten Nord. The yard and Torghatten signed the contract for two ferries in August 2024. The sister ship to …

A legal action brought before an administrative court by Grimaldi Group has resulted in the temporary suspension of the pending sale of five ferries from Moby Lines to SAS – …

The tender for the sale of MOBY AKI, MOBY WONDER, ATHARA, JANAS, and MOBY ALE 2 was concluded this week. The lot was awarded for €229.9m to the MSC Group, …

AS Tallink Grupp transported 377,163 passengers in November 2025, up 1.9% year-on-year. Cargo units fell 7.3% to 19,846, while passenger vehicles decreased 1.0% to 46,636. Finland – Sweden Results include …

On 4 December 2025, ANDROS KING (ex VOLCAN DE TABURIENTE) of Golden Star Ferries left her dry dock at Perama (Piraeus II), where part of her extensive refit has been …

Viking Line is supporting three organisations working to protect the Baltic Sea: the John Nurminen Foundation, the University of Helsinki’s Tvärminne Zoological Station, and the Baltic Sea Action Group. The …

December 1, the French Senate’s right-wing majority adopted an amendment to the 2026 budget that introduces a new tax on international cruise ships: €15 per passenger for every call in …

The fast ferry FJORD FSTR can now connect directly to shore power when the catamaran is docked in Hirtshals. This step reduces CO₂ emissions and noise in the port area, …

Orkney Island Council is inviting expressions of interest for a detailed design-and-build contract covering three new ferries, with an option for a fourth. Orkney Ferries operates 13 vessels on lifeline …

LAKEWAY EXPRESS will enter the shipyard on 23 December 2025 for a major upgrade aimed at boosting efficiency, safety and working conditions. Key elements include a new bulbous bow, high-efficiency …

Molslinjen has ordered its third battery-powered catamaran for the Kattegat routes. The vessel will again be built by Incat in Tasmania, which is already constructing the first two ships. Together, …

CMAL reports that the new ISLE OF ISLAY may be delivered before Christmas, though entry into service is expected in the New Year. MCA completion surveys took place in late …

The Delaware River and Bay Authority has awarded a US $78.6m contract to SENESCO Marine for a new 75-car diesel-hybrid ferry for the Cape May – Lewes route. The vessel …

The UK Emissions Trading Scheme (UK ETS) Authority has published its final policy decisions on how domestic maritime transport will enter the national carbon-pricing system. The document explains which vessels …

At the Ferry Shipping Summit, both digitisation and digitalisation were used frequently — often interchangeably. In many languages there is no real distinction between the two terms. In English, however, …

The newly built GNV VIRGO will become the first RoPax vessel in Italy to receive ship-to-ship LNG bunkering. On 4 December, Swiss energy trader Axpo will supply LNG using the …

Godby Shipping has signed a one-year time charter agreement with Stena Line for the RoRo vessel MISTRAL. The deal includes an option for Stena Line to extend the charter. Before …

Revenues reached $125.2 million, down $12.1 million from last year but $5.3 million above budget. Lower passenger traffic, caused by the delayed Argentia service, offset stronger commercial volumes. Expenses totalled …

Irish Continental Group (ICG) recorded strong revenue growth in the first ten months of 2025, supported by higher freight and container volumes, despite weaker car carryings. Consolidated Group revenue rose …

Godby Shipping has completed the purchase of the RoRo vessel TRANSPORTER from Eckerö Shipping in Mariehamn. The transaction was finalised on 19 November, and the vessel is now officially part …

Highlights January–September 2025 Revenue: EUR 547.1m (2024: 547.2m) EBIT: EUR 74.5m (72.3m) Result for the period: EUR 68.4m (52.1m) Interest-bearing debt reduced to EUR 344m (–EUR 43m) EBITDA: EUR 141.6m, …

Gotlandsbolaget’s results for January–September 2025 show higher revenues and stable passenger numbers across the group. The acquisition of Go Nordic Cruiseline has more than doubled the number of employees and …

According to a recent decision by the Governor of the Hellenic Public Ports Authority, the ferry LEXA (ex ALEXANDRA L, AQUA MARIA, MYRTIDIOTISSA, ANEMOS, KURUSHIMA MARU, FERRY MUROTO) must be …

Port of Antwerp-Bruges held a seminar on ship firefighting in the ABC Building in Zeebruges. Experts from the maritime sector, emergency services and government bodies discussed lessons learned from recent …

The Isle of Man Steam Packet Company will launch its new three-vessel timetable for 2026/27. It goes on sale on 21 November 2025 and marks the first regular three-ship schedule …

The New Zealand Government says taxpayers will save billions under a revised plan for two new Interislander ferries and streamlined infrastructure in Picton and Wellington. Rail Minister Winston Peters confirmed …

Vestlandske is converting two ferries to zero-emission operation on the Geirangerfjord, one of Norway’s most iconic UNESCO World Heritage sites. The project supports national goals for emission-free domestic shipping. The …

Øresundslinjen has taken another major step towards a fully green maritime corridor between Denmark and Sweden. The ferry HAMLET has entered Oresund Drydocks in Landskrona for a full conversion from …

Market rumours suggest changes in the Corsica Ferries fleet. MEGA EXPRESS FIVE is reportedly sold to Dubai-based Tarco Marine, the buyer of CORSICA MARINA SECONDA and CORSICA VICTORIA. Owner Pierre …

On 4 November, Port of Tallinn and Ports of Stockholm signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Tallinn to launch the Swed-Est Green Collaboration — a joint initiative to promote sustainable …

Ferry Shipping News listened to the DFDS Q3 results broadcast and heard CEO Torben Carlsen mention a new RoRo route between Türkiye and Spain. United Global RoRo (UGR) has indeed …

According to a Saronic Ferries press release, its new acquisition from Japan, YABUSA (ex HAYABUSA No.3), will be renamed CALLIRHOE and will become the sixth addition to the Saronic Ferries …

On November 6, 2025 Olympian Ferries Panorama introduced on the Piraeus-Aigina route. The ship will depart daily from the port of Piraeus at 08.00, 12.00 and 16.00, while the return …