Norled firm up option for fourth newbuild at Havyard
The three new battery-hybrid ferries Norled ordered at Havyard in December have now become four after an option was exercised. The vessels are intended for the Stokkvågen-Lovund and Stokkvågen-Træna routes.
The contract value for the four vessels is approximately NOR 1.5 billion.
NOCC signs with CIMC Raffles Shipyard for two 7,000 CEU capacity car carriers
NOCC announced that it has entered into an agreement with CIMC Raffles Shipyard in China for the construction of two car carrier newbuildings with a capacity of 7,000 CEU. The vessels are dual fuel-LNG type and have an Ammonia Ready basis D-Notation from DNV. Delivery of the first vessel is expected in 2025.
Tallink Grupp publishes results for the 2023 financial year
Tallink Grupp has published its 2023 unaudited financials, reporting revenue amounting to EUR 835.3 million (EUR 771.4 million). Unaudited EBITDA was EUR 214.5 million (EUR 135.8 million), and the unaudited net profit for the period was EUR 78.9 million (EUR 13.9 million). 5,705,600 (5,462,085) passengers were carried, 840,881 (819,229) vehicles, while transported cargo units decreased to 323,990 units (409,769).
Gotland Alandia Cruises picks Nowhere Networks as supplier of high-speed internet
Gotland Alandia Cruises, jointly owned by Gotlandsbolaget and Viking Line, has chosen Nowhere Networks as supplier of high-speed internet connectivity for its cruise ship BIRKA GOTLAND.
”We are delighted to have been trusted with supplying internet capability to this beautiful cruise ship. It feels extra special as we were the supplier of internet to this ship a few years ago, when she was operated by Eckero Line and called BIRKA STOCKHOLM. It’s great to see that she’s back in traffic so soon,” says CG Sänne, CCO, Nowhere Networks.
MPUNGU for East Africa Marine Transport launched on Lake Victoria
Following a construction period of 21 months, MPUNGU for East Africa Marine Transport (EAMT) was launched on Lake Victoria from the purpose-built Entebbe shipbuilding facility of SECO Marine (U) Ltd. MPUNGU, which will become Lake Victoria’s first scheduled ro-ro freight vessel, will now undergo a period of trials before commencing service in April 2024.
The ceremony took place in the presence of officials from the Ministry of Works and Transport and representatives from InfraCo Africa, SECO, Grindrod, OSK Design, Alpha Group and EAMT and members of the construction team who had gathered in Entebbe to mark the occasion of floating the vessel.
FRS to acquire French Caribbean company L'Express des Îles
FRS has entered into an agreement to acquire L'Express des Îles, a leading maritime company in the Caribbean Sea. This move is part of FRS's strategic realignment, following the successful sale of FRS Iberia, with a focus on diversifying the range of offered routes.
L'Express des Îles, as a leading player in the industry, aligns perfectly with FRS's expansion plans. The extensive experience and established position of L'Express des Îles in the region present a unique opportunity to strengthen FRS's service offering and to create synergies.
Condor appoints Christophe Mathieu as interim CEO
Condor Ferries has appointed Christophe Mathieu, CEO of Brittany Ferries, as its interim CEO with immediate effect.
This is a result of John Napton stepping down from the company after two and a half years in the role.
In January this year, the Government of Jersey and States of Guernsey announced a procurement process for a new long-term operating agreement for freight and passenger services to the Channel Islands. Christophe will actively lead Condor through this.
Seatruck Ferries Ltd. becomes CLdN RoRo
Following the acquisition of Seatruck Ferries by the CLdN group in 2022, Seatruck Ferries Ltd. has now been renamed CLdN RoRo.
AIDA Evolution starts the largest modernization programme to date of the AIDA Cruises fleet
With AIDA Evolution, AIDA Cruises has launched the largest modernization program in its fleet. It is the most extensive in the company's history. The first phase of the program will be a major overhaul of the Sphinx ships AIDADIVA, AIDABELLA and AIDALUNA in 2025 and 2026. The focus will be on a new interior design of the ships. In addition, technical equipment and systems will be updated.
VIKING CINDERELLA to offer four new restaurants and two new bars
In early March, VIKING CINDERELLA's passengers will have four new restaurants and two new bars to choose from when the vessel is placed in service on the Helsinki–Stockholm route, working in tandem with VIKING GABRIELLA.
In early March, foodies will have much more to choose from when VIKING CINDERELLA adds four new restaurants on the Helsinki–Stockholm route: The Buffet, which offers nearly one hundred different taste experiences; the à la carte restaurant Seaview Dining; Ocean Grill, which specializes in grilled food, and Melody, which serves relaxed casual food.
Stena Line’s CEO Niclas Mårtensson appointed to lead the Supply Chain & Transport Industry Community at the World Economic Forum
Niclas Mårtensson, CEO at Stena Line, is the new Governor Chair of the Supply Chain & Transport Industry Community at the World Economic Forum. Niclas Mårtensson will represent Stena AB, playing a critical role in accelerating the transformation of the industry over the next two years.
Niclas Mårtensson takes over from the Group CEO at freight transport company PSA International, Tan Chong Meng, who has held the role for the past two years.
Extension of terms of office of AS Tallink Grupp management board members
The Supervisory Board of AS Tallink Grupp has adopted a decision at a general meeting of the Supervisory Board to extend the terms of office of the Chief Executive Officer of AS Tallink Grupp, Mr Paavo Nõgene by three years from 2 May 2024, and the member of the Management Board of AS Tallink Grupp, Mr Margus Schults by three years starting from 29 April 2024.
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Shippax Newsletter– week 7
Gotlandsbolaget signs an MOU with Austal for the Horizon X catamaran
The Horizon X was initially intended to feature a multi-fuel solution, primarily to operate on hydrogen. It remains to be seen if this will become the final solution.
The Horizon X was initially intended to feature a multi-fuel solution, primarily to operate on hydrogen. It remains to be seen if this will become the final solution.
Gotlandsbolaget has previously presented the concept vessel Horizon X, a high-speed catamaran with the aim of supplementing the Gotland traffic. Now the company is going further and has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Australian shipyard Austal.
The new catamaran will take 1,450 passengers and have the conditions to serve Gotland and the mainland during the parts of the year when extra capacity is needed to meet Gotland's and visitors' needs.
If a newbuilding contract is entered into, the high-speed catamaran could be delivered in 2027.
Royal Caribbean Group signs agreement with Chantiers de l'Atlantique for its next Oasis Class ship
Royal Caribbean Group announced that it has entered into an agreement with Chantiers de l'Atlantique to order a seventh Oasis Class cruise ship for delivery to its Royal Caribbean International fleet in 2028.
This order is contingent upon financing, which is expected to be completed later this year.
Wasaline 2023 financial results
Wasaline had revenues of EUR 29.1 million (EUR 29.3 million), while the result before appropriations and taxes amounted to EUR 3.2 million (EUR 3.3 million). The passenger side at Wasaline showed an increase compared to 2022, despite the fact that the bookings decreased significantly in the last quarter due to the recession. Passenger volumes increased by 4.4% and turnover by 5.4%. Departures increased by 2.7% to 1,164 departures.
Viking Line 2023 financial results
Viking Line reported its 2023 financial results. Sales amounted to EUR 491.4 million (EUR 494.7 million), while income before taxes totalled EUR 45.4 million (EUR 28.0 million). The number of passengers who travelled with the company in 2023 totalled 4.9 million.
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Construction started on a new expedition cruise ship for Antarctica21 at ASENAV
On 8 February, ASENAV officially initiated the construction of an expedition cruise ship for Antarctica21 called MAGELLAN DISCOVERER, the first of its kind to be manufactured in the Americas with a hybrid-electric propulsion system and Azipods.
Designed as a sister ship to the 2019-delivered MAGELLAN EXPLORER, the MAGELLAN DISCOVERER mirrors the elegant style of its sibling and brings its own unique flair with exciting enhancements. Adhering to the rigorous PC6 ice class specifications, this vessel is tailored for the company’s signature Antarctic fly-and-sail operations, hosting up to 76 guests in 40 cabins spread over three passenger decks.
Stena Line officially commences Dublin-Liverpool freight route
Stena Line has officially commenced its new Dublin – Liverpool (Birkenhead) freight service. The addition of the new route is expected to further boost the company’s freight volumes following a record year on its Irish Sea services in 2023.
With STENA HORIZON temporarily operating on the new Dublin- Liverpool route, the company is currently assessing ship deployment options for a permanent freight-only vessel.
Keel laid for wind-powered ro-ro NEOLINER ORIGIN
Neoline Armateur celebrated, with builder RMK Marine and its partners, NEOLINER ORIGIN’s beginning of assembly, marked by the laying of the first block. This symbolic and fundamental step brings the ship closer to its launch, scheduled for December 2024, and its entry into service in June 2025.
Princess Cruises takes delivery of SUN PRINCESS from Fincantieri
Princess Cruises has taken delivery of SUN PRINCESS, an entirely new ship platform designed by Fincantieri exclusively for the Princess brand. However, some additional technical work is needed before the ship can make its maiden voyage on 28 February from Rome.
At 345 metre length and with a 4,300-guest capacity, SUN PRINCESS is the largest ship built so far in Italy, as well as the first LNG cruise ship ever built by Fincantieri, and the first dual-fuel vessel powered primarily by LNG to enter Princess’ fleet.
Transportación Marítima de California adds SEATRUCK PANORAMA as a fourth vessel
Mexico’s Transportación Marítima de California has bought the SEATRUCK PANORAMA from Seatruck Ferries, thereby becoming the company’s fourth vessel.
SEATRUCK PANORAMA has already been handed over and will join the fleet together with SANTA MARCELA, SAN GUILLERMO, and SAN JORGE.
Carnival Corporation and Meyer Werft sign a contract for a fourth Excel class cruise ship
Carnival Corporation & plc and Meyer Werft have reached an agreement to build a fourth Excel class cruise ship for its Carnival Cruise Line brand. The ship, the 10th Excel class ship in the corporation’s fleet across four of its world-class brands, is expected to enter service in Spring 2027.
Joining current Carnival Cruise Line Excel-class ships MARDI GRAS, CARNIVAL CELEBRATION and CARNIVAL JUBILEE, the new 344 metre and 180,000 gt ship will carry over 6,400 guests and be powered by LNG. This new ship is the first newbuild order placed by Carnival Corporation in five years.
GLEN SANNOX out on sea trials
CMAL’s Arran ferry, GLEN SANNOX, has finally been taken out on sea trials. The heavily delayed ro-pax and its sister GLEN ROSA were initially planned to be delivered from Ferguson Marine in 2018 and 2019, and the initial GBP 97m budget for the two ferries has exploded and will likely end up at four times that amount.
The latest communicated delivery dates from Ferguson Marine now stand at June 2024 for GLEN SANNOX and May 2025 for GLEN ROSA.
The 102-metre dual fuel ferries will be able to operate on both LNG and marine diesel. The ships are designed to carry 127 cars or 16 HGVs, or a combination of both.
OSLOFJORD was bought by Jadrolinija
Croatian media are reporting that Jadrolinija has bought OSLOFJORD, which has been for sale since Fjord Line ended its operations on the Sandefjord – Strömstad at the end of October last year.
OSLOFJORD will become the largest vessel in the Jadrolinija fleet and will arrive in Croatia at the end of this month. The vessel will be deployed on a route between Croatia and Italy.
Caronte & Tourist buys LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA
The LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA of Trasmediterránea has been bought by Caronte & Tourist, which will deploy it on the company’s routes to the smaller Sicilian islands, replacing an older ship in the fleet.
Lorenzo Matacena, CEO of Caronte & Tourist, confirmed the news to Shipping Italy, revealing also that the price for LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA was between EUR 10 and 15 million.
Seajets adds more fast ferries to the fleet
Greece’s Seajets has added several more fast ferries to their growing fleet in the last few weeks. The 2007-built Incat NATCHAN RERA has been bought from Taiwan’s J & T Shipping and renamed EUROCHAMPION JET. The Austal-built SANTORINI PALACE from 2005 has been long-term chartered from Minoan Lines. It is also believed that Istanbul Deniz Otobusleri’s (IDO) two 2007-built Austal sisters, OSMAN GAZI-1 and ORHAN GAZI 1 have been bought.
Study on safe bunkering with biofuels
EMSA has published the first part of a study on the safety aspect of bunkering with biofuels, providing a comprehensive analysis of a pre-selection of biofuels in terms of safety aspects like flashpoint, toxicity, and cold-flow properties, among others. The study looks at how those aspects can raise safety concerns during bunkering operations in a preliminary hazard identification.
The study also examines practices in other industries that may be applicable to the maritime sector and reviews the status of development of regulations for maritime use, specifically considering conventional bunkering arrangements.
DFDS 2023 full-year result and January volumes released
The Group’s full-year revenue was DKK 27,304m, an increase of 1.6% compared to 2022. EBITDA increased 1.2% to DKK 5,034m. For the ferry division alone, turnover reached DKK 16,493m (DKK 16,831m) with EBITDA DKK 3,907m (3,984m).
Ferry – freight: Total volumes in January 2024 were 10.1% above 2023 and up 5.1% adjusted for the addition of Strait of Gibraltar routes and closure of the Calais-Tilbury route.
Ferry – passenger: The number of passengers in January 2024 were 87.4% above 2023 and up 2.7% adjusted for the addition of Strait of Gibraltar routes.
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The Horizon X was initially intended to feature a multi-fuel solution, primarily to operate on hydrogen. It remains to be seen if this will become the final solution.
The Horizon X was initially intended to feature a multi-fuel solution, primarily to operate on hydrogen. It remains to be seen if this will become the final solution.
Gotlandsbolaget has previously presented the concept vessel Horizon X, a high-speed catamaran with the aim of supplementing the Gotland traffic. Now the company is going further and has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Australian shipyard Austal.
The new catamaran will take 1,450 passengers and have the conditions to serve Gotland and the mainland during the parts of the year when extra capacity is needed to meet Gotland's and visitors' needs.
If a newbuilding contract is entered into, the high-speed catamaran could be delivered in 2027.
Royal Caribbean Group signs agreement with Chantiers de l'Atlantique for its next Oasis Class ship
Royal Caribbean Group announced that it has entered into an agreement with Chantiers de l'Atlantique to order a seventh Oasis Class cruise ship for delivery to its Royal Caribbean International fleet in 2028.
This order is contingent upon financing, which is expected to be completed later this year.
Wasaline 2023 financial results
Wasaline had revenues of EUR 29.1 million (EUR 29.3 million), while the result before appropriations and taxes amounted to EUR 3.2 million (EUR 3.3 million). The passenger side at Wasaline showed an increase compared to 2022, despite the fact that the bookings decreased significantly in the last quarter due to the recession. Passenger volumes increased by 4.4% and turnover by 5.4%. Departures increased by 2.7% to 1,164 departures.
Viking Line 2023 financial results
Viking Line reported its 2023 financial results. Sales amounted to EUR 491.4 million (EUR 494.7 million), while income before taxes totalled EUR 45.4 million (EUR 28.0 million). The number of passengers who travelled with the company in 2023 totalled 4.9 million.
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Construction started on a new expedition cruise ship for Antarctica21 at ASENAV
On 8 February, ASENAV officially initiated the construction of an expedition cruise ship for Antarctica21 called MAGELLAN DISCOVERER, the first of its kind to be manufactured in the Americas with a hybrid-electric propulsion system and Azipods.
Designed as a sister ship to the 2019-delivered MAGELLAN EXPLORER, the MAGELLAN DISCOVERER mirrors the elegant style of its sibling and brings its own unique flair with exciting enhancements. Adhering to the rigorous PC6 ice class specifications, this vessel is tailored for the company’s signature Antarctic fly-and-sail operations, hosting up to 76 guests in 40 cabins spread over three passenger decks.
Stena Line officially commences Dublin-Liverpool freight route
Stena Line has officially commenced its new Dublin – Liverpool (Birkenhead) freight service. The addition of the new route is expected to further boost the company’s freight volumes following a record year on its Irish Sea services in 2023.
With STENA HORIZON temporarily operating on the new Dublin- Liverpool route, the company is currently assessing ship deployment options for a permanent freight-only vessel.
Keel laid for wind-powered ro-ro NEOLINER ORIGIN
Neoline Armateur celebrated, with builder RMK Marine and its partners, NEOLINER ORIGIN’s beginning of assembly, marked by the laying of the first block. This symbolic and fundamental step brings the ship closer to its launch, scheduled for December 2024, and its entry into service in June 2025.
Princess Cruises takes delivery of SUN PRINCESS from Fincantieri
Princess Cruises has taken delivery of SUN PRINCESS, an entirely new ship platform designed by Fincantieri exclusively for the Princess brand. However, some additional technical work is needed before the ship can make its maiden voyage on 28 February from Rome.
At 345 metre length and with a 4,300-guest capacity, SUN PRINCESS is the largest ship built so far in Italy, as well as the first LNG cruise ship ever built by Fincantieri, and the first dual-fuel vessel powered primarily by LNG to enter Princess’ fleet.
Transportación Marítima de California adds SEATRUCK PANORAMA as a fourth vessel
Mexico’s Transportación Marítima de California has bought the SEATRUCK PANORAMA from Seatruck Ferries, thereby becoming the company’s fourth vessel.
SEATRUCK PANORAMA has already been handed over and will join the fleet together with SANTA MARCELA, SAN GUILLERMO, and SAN JORGE.
Carnival Corporation and Meyer Werft sign a contract for a fourth Excel class cruise ship
Carnival Corporation & plc and Meyer Werft have reached an agreement to build a fourth Excel class cruise ship for its Carnival Cruise Line brand. The ship, the 10th Excel class ship in the corporation’s fleet across four of its world-class brands, is expected to enter service in Spring 2027.
Joining current Carnival Cruise Line Excel-class ships MARDI GRAS, CARNIVAL CELEBRATION and CARNIVAL JUBILEE, the new 344 metre and 180,000 gt ship will carry over 6,400 guests and be powered by LNG. This new ship is the first newbuild order placed by Carnival Corporation in five years.
GLEN SANNOX out on sea trials
CMAL’s Arran ferry, GLEN SANNOX, has finally been taken out on sea trials. The heavily delayed ro-pax and its sister GLEN ROSA were initially planned to be delivered from Ferguson Marine in 2018 and 2019, and the initial GBP 97m budget for the two ferries has exploded and will likely end up at four times that amount.
The latest communicated delivery dates from Ferguson Marine now stand at June 2024 for GLEN SANNOX and May 2025 for GLEN ROSA.
The 102-metre dual fuel ferries will be able to operate on both LNG and marine diesel. The ships are designed to carry 127 cars or 16 HGVs, or a combination of both.
OSLOFJORD was bought by Jadrolinija
Croatian media are reporting that Jadrolinija has bought OSLOFJORD, which has been for sale since Fjord Line ended its operations on the Sandefjord – Strömstad at the end of October last year.
OSLOFJORD will become the largest vessel in the Jadrolinija fleet and will arrive in Croatia at the end of this month. The vessel will be deployed on a route between Croatia and Italy.
Caronte & Tourist buys LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA
The LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA of Trasmediterránea has been bought by Caronte & Tourist, which will deploy it on the company’s routes to the smaller Sicilian islands, replacing an older ship in the fleet.
Lorenzo Matacena, CEO of Caronte & Tourist, confirmed the news to Shipping Italy, revealing also that the price for LAS PALMAS DE GRAN CANARIA was between EUR 10 and 15 million.
Seajets adds more fast ferries to the fleet
Greece’s Seajets has added several more fast ferries to their growing fleet in the last few weeks. The 2007-built Incat NATCHAN RERA has been bought from Taiwan’s J & T Shipping and renamed EUROCHAMPION JET. The Austal-built SANTORINI PALACE from 2005 has been long-term chartered from Minoan Lines. It is also believed that Istanbul Deniz Otobusleri’s (IDO) two 2007-built Austal sisters, OSMAN GAZI-1 and ORHAN GAZI 1 have been bought.
Study on safe bunkering with biofuels
EMSA has published the first part of a study on the safety aspect of bunkering with biofuels, providing a comprehensive analysis of a pre-selection of biofuels in terms of safety aspects like flashpoint, toxicity, and cold-flow properties, among others. The study looks at how those aspects can raise safety concerns during bunkering operations in a preliminary hazard identification.
The study also examines practices in other industries that may be applicable to the maritime sector and reviews the status of development of regulations for maritime use, specifically considering conventional bunkering arrangements.
DFDS 2023 full-year result and January volumes released
The Group’s full-year revenue was DKK 27,304m, an increase of 1.6% compared to 2022. EBITDA increased 1.2% to DKK 5,034m. For the ferry division alone, turnover reached DKK 16,493m (DKK 16,831m) with EBITDA DKK 3,907m (3,984m).
Ferry – freight: Total volumes in January 2024 were 10.1% above 2023 and up 5.1% adjusted for the addition of Strait of Gibraltar routes and closure of the Calais-Tilbury route.
Ferry – passenger: The number of passengers in January 2024 were 87.4% above 2023 and up 2.7% adjusted for the addition of Strait of Gibraltar routes.
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