Ferry Shipping News

GNV’s ferry GNV AURORA has completed its first LNG bunkering operation in the port of Genoa where the newly built ro-pax ship has just arrived from China. The delivery was …

According to recent information, Attica Group has proceeded with the bareboat charter of the RoPax GNV BRIDGE. The vessel has been chartered by GNV from Visentini since her delivery in …

Attica Group has chartered the Levante Ferries RoPax SMYRNA DI LEVANTE (ex-KOPERNIK) on a short-term basis. The vessel replaces BLUE STAR CHIOS, which is undergoing annual maintenance. SMYRNA DI LEVANTE …

Scandlines has deployed its new freight ferry BALTIC WHALE on the Rødby–Puttgarden route. The vessel, capable of operating on shore-based electricity, represents an important step towards the company’s goal of …

DFDS reported solid freight performance in February 2026, while passenger numbers fell due to weather disruptions and fewer sailings. Freight Total freight volumes reached 3.5m lane metres, +3.0% vs February …

Wasaline reported its best February since the company began operations in 2013, carrying 18,191 passengers, an 11% increase year-on-year. A key driver behind the growth is the popularity of “ice …

Brittany Ferries has taken ownership of two hybrid ferries it had previously chartered from Stena RoRo, reinforcing its fleet renewal strategy and long-term industrial transformation. The acquisition of SAINT-MALO and …

Rederiaktiebolaget Eckerö has revised its outlook for 2026. In the Year-end Report (26 February 2026), the company said it expected a continued stable result in 2026, despite geopolitical uncertainty. However, …

Gotlandsbolaget reported higher revenue in 2025 but a sharp drop in earnings, reflecting the integration of new businesses, especially Go Nordic Cruiseline. Full Year 2025 Revenue: SEK 3,744.6 million (2024: …

The Port of Igoumenitsa is strengthening its role as a key Adriatic gateway by investing in digitalisation and sustainable infrastructure. The Greek RoPax hub aims to improve operational efficiency while …

Handling more than £144bn of trade each year, the Port of Dover plays a central role in UK supply chains. Around 2 million freight vehicles and 10 million passengers pass …

EU Member States must implement the Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive by 27 March 2026. The directive (EU) 2024/825 strengthens consumer protection and targets misleading environmental claims. It …

A new report by Transport & Environment (T&E) warns that ferry pollution in several European port cities can exceed emissions from all cars combined. However, the study highlights that the …

Turkish civil society organisations have renewed their call for the removal of Aliağa shipbreaking yards from the EU list of approved ship recycling facilities, citing severe pollution and systemic mismanagement. …

The Port of Turku will introduce a new passenger and traffic management system at its upcoming ferry terminal. The contract was awarded to the local company Weasel Software after a …

Stena Line is developing digital twins of its vessels within the EU-funded Twin Ship Horizon Europe project. The virtual models allow engineers to simulate technical upgrades and operational scenarios to …

Port Marlborough and StraitNZ Bluebridge have confirmed their long-term partnership this week through a new 39-year commercial agreement that secures the future of StraitNZ’s Cook Strait ferry services through Waitohi …

The Lavrio Port Authority (OLL S.A.) will sign a contract for the supply and installation of floating breakwaters and piers, following approval by the Greek Court of Audit. The project, …

The Board of Directors of the Port Authority of Valencia has granted an administrative concession to Valencia Terminal Europa (owned by the Grimaldi Group) for a terminal in the Port …

Rederiaktiebolaget Eckerö delivered its best operating result ever in 2025, supported by record cargo volumes and steady passenger growth. Interim-Accounts-31.12.2025 – Key points: Cargo volumes reached a record 210,598 units, …

Tallink Grupp transported 364,894 passengers in February 2026, +5% Cargo units +9.2% to 19,777. Passenger vehicles -3.6% to 42,832. Click on table to access the source

Kontrari and West Coast Invest have acquired Ferd’s stake in Fjord Line and are now the sole owners of the Norwegian ferry company, each holding a 50% share. Fjord Line …

Irish Continental Group (ICG) reported Revenue of €666.7 million (+10.4%) Operating profit €85.6 million (+23.9%) EBITDA reached €150.6 million (+12.8%) The Irish Ferries division reported Revenue €465.5 million (+7.4%) Operating …

SCA will reorganise its RoRo logistics from 1 October 2026, changing sailing patterns and port usage between Umeå and Piteå. The measures aim to improve efficiency and cut vessel emissions …

The Scottish Government has announced a series of investments in ferry infrastructure, including the acquisition of Ardrossan Harbour and major redevelopment plans for Port Ellen. Cabinet Secretary for Transport Fiona …

Three new Motorways of the Seas have been declared eligible for government funding under Italy’s Sea Modal Shift programme (formerly Marebonus). Sea Modal Shift 3 new routes The Ministry of …

FSN normally does not cover PCTC (Pure Car and Truck Carrier) orders. However, this one is interesting because it focuses on smaller, flexible vessels designed for the European short-sea market. …

The Scottish Government has announced plans to directly award contracts for four new vessels to the publicly owned Ferguson Marine shipyard on the Clyde, aiming to secure the yard’s future …

RoPax KALLISTE of La Méridionale, which the CMA CGM Group had initially planned to scrap, will instead be acquired by Corsica linea. Remember that the unions went on strike to …

Brittany Ferries signed a one-year charter agreement on 5 March to deploy the freight ferry NORBAY on the Cherbourg–Rosslare route. The contract includes an option for a second year. The …

The Supervisory Board of AS Tallink Grupp has appointed Peep Jalakas as Chairman of the Management Board. His three-year term will begin on 6 April 2026. As of 27 February, …

A coalition of 45 European transport organisations has issued an open letter to EU Member States, calling for a stronger transport budget under the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for …

A succession of severe storms at the start of 2026 significantly disrupted ferry operations in the Strait of Gibraltar. Ferry rotations fell by 15%, with temporary line suspensions due to …

SSEN Transmission will charter RoRo vessel ARROW to support the Western Isles HVDC Link Project without burdening public ferry services. The vessel will carry construction materials and project freight separate …

On 23 February 2026, the new acquisition of the Greek-based Alpha Lines, HSC DIRECT ONE (ex ESCHILO), arrived in Greece. The vessel was purchased from Liberty Lines in January and …

Start Romagna is preparing to launch a new public tender for a fully electric ferry to operate between Porto Corsini and Marina di Ravenna. The vessel will serve as a …

Adria-based CNV (former Cantiere Navale Vittoria) and Trapani-based Cantiere Navale Giacalone have been awarded contracts to build 17 new ferries for ACTV, the public transport company of Venice and part …

Havila Voyages has published its Q4 2025 figures, confirming a strong second full year with all four ships in operation on the Norwegian coastal route. Key Financials 2025 Revenue: NOK …

Baleària closed 2025 with strong financial results, surpassing €800 million in turnover and significantly improving profitability, driven largely by the expansion of its international routes. Key Financial Highlights Turnover: €801 …

Lavrio Port Authority S.A. hosted a conference on shore-side electricity (SSE) as coordinator of the EU-funded DECOMPRESS project The event, held on 12 February 2026 under the auspices of the …

The competitive landscape between the shipping companies DFDS and Grimaldi Euromed on the Motorways of the Sea connecting the Turkish market with Central Europe via the port of Trieste is …

The Sicilian ferry company Liberty Lines, owned by the Morace family, has taken delivery of HSC LAURA SANGIOVANNI, newly built in Spain by Armon Shipyard in Vigo. The vessel operated …

On 19 February 2026, Seajets’ recent acquisition RoRo CABO (ex-CABO STAR, FINNFOREST, ANTARES / 1988) arrived at the port of Piraeus and berthed at Saint George (Molos DEH). The vessel …

According to recent information, Kerkyra Lines has proceeded with the purchase of the hydrofoil vessel FLYING DOLPHIN VENUS I. The same sources indicate that FLYING DOLPHIN 17 will also join …

AURORA BOTNIA has completed sea trials following a major battery upgrade and now features the largest battery capacity ever installed on a RoPax vessel worldwide. The vessel’s battery capacity has …

CLdN will acquire Samskip’s quay-to-quay and door-to-door freight business between the Continent and the UK & Ireland. Includes container services between Rotterdam and UK ports (Belfast, Blyth, Grangemouth, Hull, Tilbury) …