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“Use Funds Where They Are Collected” - Interferry Welcomes EU Industrial Maritime Strategy

Interferry, the global voice of the ferry industry, strongly endorsed the European Commission's launch of the Industrial Maritime Strategy and the inherent critical recognition of the ferry sector's strategic importance. Notably, the push for Member States to reinvest EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) revenues into maritime decarbonization aligns directly with Interferry's long-standing recommendations.

Irish Continental Group delivered a robust 2025

In the Ferries Division, revenue grew 7.4% to EUR 465.5 million, with EBITDA up 9.9% to EUR 120.7 million and operating profit rising 19.9% to EUR 65.2 million. Passenger numbers fell 2.5% to approximately 2.99 million, and car carryings declined 3.9% to 679,700, but RoRo freight units increased 6.5% to 816,700, highlighting resilience in freight demand.

Oki Kisen to debut FERRY SHIGESA in 2027

Oki Wide Area Union, consisting of town and village communities on Oki Islands and Shimane Prefectural Government, and Oki Kisen will launch the 98-metre FERRY SHIGESA in spring of 2027. FERRY SHIGESA will run on the routes linking Oki islands, Shichirui and Sakaiminato in Shimane prefecture, Japan, and replace the 1995-built FERRY SHIRASHIMA.

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Heart Land Ferry to introduce a new ship in 2027

Wakkanai-based Heart Land Ferry announced that a new ship will enter service on the Wakkanai, Hokkaido-Rebun Island-Rishiri Island route early in spring of 2027.

The new ship will be a sister ship to AMAPOLA SOYA, which entered service in February 2019. The existing BOREAS SOYA, which entered service in August 2003, will be replaced.

Finnlines reported stronger 2025 financial results

Thomas Doepel, President and CEO, in conjunction with the review: "From a financial perspective, 2025 was a stable year for Finnlines. The Finnlines Group's revenue in January–December 2025 amounted to EUR 713.5 (699.3 in 2024) million, and the company's financial position remained strong. The rationalisation of the RoRo fleet and investments in passenger traffic laid the foundation for a satisfactory result.

Minor fire on the car deck of SILJA SERENADE

During the night between 2 and 3 March, a fire broke out on the car deck of SILJA SERENADE. The fire started in an open-top trailer carrying metal scrap, causing heavy smoke on the car deck shortly before the ferry's scheduled nighttime arrival in Mariehamn in the Åland Islands, while en route from Helsinki to Stockholm.

Avora Residences charters SEVEN SEAS NAVIGATOR for Residential Cruising as LUMINA

Avora Residences has chartered the SEVEN SEAS NAVIGATOR from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, thereby expanding the residential cruise category into a new premium tier. The vessel will debut in January 2028 as Avora LUMINA, serving as the flagship of Avora's residential platform designed specifically for long-term living at sea.

Fincantieri secures order from Viking for two new expedition vessels

Fincantieri announces the acquisition of an order from Viking for the construction of two expedition vessels. In addition, the two companies also signed an agreement for an option for two ocean ships. The value of these agreements, subject to financing and other typical terms and conditions, is considered very important, meaning according to Fincantieri a value of over EUR 2 billion.

Two additional CalMac newbuilds may be on their way to Ferguson

The Scottish Government has announced its intention to directly award Ferguson Marine the contracts to build four vessels. The package of vessels as part of the proposed award includes two CalMac passenger ferries for Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) and is part of the second phase of the Scottish Government's Small Vessel Replacement Programme.

UECC expands fleet with order for two 3,000 CEU multi-fuel battery hybrid PCTCs

United European Car Carriers (UECC) is further expanding its fleet of PCTCs with the order of two additional multi-fuel battery hybrid newbuilds at a Chinese shipyard that will boost its cargo-carrying capacity and flexibility in the European short sea trade.

The latest newbuilding contract is for a pair of 3,000 CEU-capacity PCTCs to be constructed at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard Nanjing where UECC already has on order two larger 4500 CEU units with similar specifications that are due for delivery in 2028.

Baleària expands its high-speed fleet with the acquisition of a trimaran

Baleària expands its high-speed fleet with the purchase of a fast ferry launched in 2015 and which it will baptize with the name of the renowned Catalan scientist PEPITA CASTELLVI. The trimaran is 102 metres long and 27 metres wide, with capacity for 870 passengers and 250 vehicles, in addition to 190 lane metres for cargo, and can reach a speed of 35 knots.

SCA aims for 40 per cent lower emissions from RoRo vessels

From 1 October 2026, SCA is making changes to its sea transport operations using RoRo vessels by reducing speed, increasing load factors on the vessels, and making some adjustments to how the ports of Umeå and Piteå are utilised. One effect of these changes is that emissions from the vessels will be reduced by approximately 40 per cent.

Two Norwegian owners take over the entire ownership of Fjord Line

For over thirty years, Fjord Line has sailed between Norway and Denmark. Now the ownership of the Norwegian ferry company is being gathered in two family-owned, Norwegian companies. The existing owners Kontrari and West Coast Invest will take over Ferd's share of Fjord Line and will thus own the Norwegian ferry company with an equal share of 50% each.

ARROW long-term chartered to provide dedicated logistics support to energy project

The Isle of Man Steam Packet-owned freight RoRo ARROW has been taken on long-term charter by the UK-based international infrastructure group Balfour Beatty to provide dedicated logistics support for SSEN Transmission's Lewis Hub and Western Isles High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Link in Scotland.

The charter of a dedicated vessel for the project not only strengthens project delivery but will also help safeguard Caledonian MacBrayne's (CalMac's) existing Stornoway-Ullapool ferry service.

Rederiaktiebolaget Eckerö posts record results for 2025 with highest operating profit ever

Åland-based ferry operator Rederiaktiebolaget Eckerö has reported its strongest full-year performance in history for 2025, with record passenger and cargo volumes, a 5% rise in net sales, and the highest operating profit ever achieved.

Rederiaktiebolaget Eckerö, operator of Eckerö Linjen and Eckerö Line services, announced exceptional results for the year ended 31 December 2025. Net sales grew 5% to EUR 234.8 million (from EUR 222.9 million in 2024), supported by strong demand across its northern Baltic routes.

EXPRESS 5 on its way to dock

Bornholm's fast ferry, EXPRESS 5, will sail until midnight on Sunday towards its statutory stay in the dock at Orskov Yard in Frederikshavn. Among other things, a brand-new antifouling paint awaits here, which will save fuel and CO2.

Industrial Maritime Strategy must earmark national ETS revenues to support the availability of clean fuels for shipping, The Clean Maritime Fuels Platform says

The energy transition of the shipping sector is vital to Europe's climate goals and industrial leadership. European shipping is a strategic sector for Europe, carrying 76% of the EU's external trade and ensuring security of supply of energy, food and goods. The Platform stresses that building a reliable supply chain for renewable and low-carbon fuels in Europe is a priority to make the European industrial cluster more competitive, to provide shipping with the clean fuels needed for the energy transition and to strengthen Europe's energy security.

Tallink's vessel VICTORIA I to undergo scheduled maintenance

On 1 March, Tallink's vessel VICTORIA I will head to the regular drydock in Naantali, Finland. Thorough works await the underwater part of the ship, also a new additional passenger entrance will be constructed. During the dry docking period from 1 to 14 March, travelling between Tallinn and Helsinki will be possible with the shuttle ships MYSTAR and MEGASTAR.

Baleària improves its turnover and EBITDA figures in 2025 thanks to the boost from its international routes

Baleària closed the 2025 financial year with robust financial results. The company achieved a turnover of EUR 801 million (+16%), EBITDA of EUR 170 million (+29%) and a profit for the year of EUR 63 million (+152%). In 2025, Baleària transported 6.5 million passengers (+15%) and 1.6 million vehicles (+11%), meaning that it has doubled its number of customers over the last decade. At the same time, Baleària has transported 10% more cargo, totalling 8.4 million lane metres (equivalent to around 622,000 lorries)

VIKING GLORY celebrate four years and four million passengers

VIKING GLORY is turning four years and has already served nearly four million passengers on its Turku–Stockholm route. VIKING GLORY departed from the Port of Turku for Stockholm on its maiden voyage on 1 March 2022. The new vessel symbolized how travel was cautiously beginning to open up again after years of the COVID pandemic and immediately became a favourite with travellers.

Fincantieri delivers FOUR SEASONS I

Fincantieri delivered FOUR SEASONS I, the first ultra-luxury hospitality vessel for Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings LTD, Joint Owner/Operator of Four Seasons Yachts, at its Ancona shipyard. With its all-suite, residential style product, FOUR SEASONS I sets a new frontier for ultra-luxury hospitality at sea. The 34,000 GT and 207 metres vessel features just 95 exclusive suites, each designed as a private sanctuary overlooking the ocean.

Peep Jalakas appointed as new Tallink Grupp CEO

The Supervisory Board of AS Tallink Grupp has appointed Peep Jalakas as the new CEO and Chairman of the Management Board of the Group. His term will begin on 6 April 2026, and will last for three years. As of 27 February, Margus Schults will step down from the Group's Management Board and will continue working in the company as the head of the Finnish unit.

Brim Explorer orders two battery-powered trimaran passenger vessels

Tourism and technology company Brim Explorer has signed contracts for the construction of what they call "the world's most efficient battery-powered passenger vessels". The two high-speed trimarans are scheduled for delivery in spring 2027. With capacity for 180 guests, the two new zero(direct)-emission vessels will be used for emission-free, silent sightseeing and experience cruises in some of Norway's most spectacular areas.

Corvus Energy battery systems selected by ABB for Washington State Ferries

Corvus Energy announced that the company has been selected by ABB's Marine & Ports division to supply battery energy storage systems (ESS) for two new hybrid electric ferries for Washinton State Ferries. The contract also includes an option for a third vessel.

Paavo Nõgene to step down as CEO of AS Tallink Grupp

AS Tallink Grupp has informed the stock exchange that Paavo Nõgene, who has led Tallink for eight years, will step down from his position this coming spring. His final day as a member of the Management Board will be 22 May 2026.

SWITCH Maritime and Incat Crowther advance 150-passenger hydrogen fuel cell electric fast ferry for New York and beyond

Incat Crowther has begun detailed development and naval architecture on a hydrogen fuel cell-electric fast ferry design, with initial deployment targeted for New York waters. Incat Crowther is working on the design and regulatory approval process for the new 28-metre vessel in partnership with zero-emission vessel developer SWITCH Maritime (SWITCH).

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DFDS released its 2025 Annual Report 2025, showing revenue up 4% to DKK 30.9 billion (from DKK 29.8 billion in 2024), driven by network adaptations and logistics improvements. However, EBIT fell 65% to DKK 0.5 billion (from DKK 1.5 billion), impacted by competitive pressures, cost issues, Mediterranean challenges (now turning profitable in Q4), and a slowdown in Channel volumes despite growing onboard spending.

Weakened 2025 for Tallink Grupp

AS Tallink Grupp released its unaudited 2025 financial results. Revenue was EUR 765 million (down from EUR 786 million in 2024), EBITDA EUR 130 million (down from EUR 175 million), and net profit EUR 17.3 million (down from EUR 40.3 million). The company paid nearly EUR 113 million in loans and interest, contributed EUR 97 million in taxes to Estonia, and plans to propose a EUR 0.06 per share dividend.

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THEME

"OPTIMISING OPERATIONS, ENHANCING EXPERIENCES"

MAIN PROGRAMME SESSIONS

Moderators
Frederik Erdmann - Moderator and contributing correspondent Shippax
Alan Lam - Co-moderator and correspondent and analyst Shippax

RoPax executives panel debate 1
Matteo Catani - CEO GNV
Christophe Mathieu - CEO Brittany Ferries
Pierre Mattei - CEO and Owner of Corsica Ferries group
Kasper Moos - CEO P&O Ferries
Marcus Risberg - CEO Viking Line
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RoPax executives panel debate 2
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RoRo executives panel debate
Mohamed Badawy - Chairman UME Shipping
Elvir Dzanic - CEO Wallenius SOL
Euan Lonmon - Director Grendi
Dan Mikkola - Managing director Godby Shipping
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Keynote speakers
Tobias Billström - Former Swedish minister for foreign affairs, migration, deputy speaker of parliament, entrepreneur and advisor
Thomas P. Illes - Maritime business consultant and university lecturer
Bruce Peter - Professor of Design History at the Glasgow School of Art
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New ships & projects
Robert Clifford - Chairman Incat
Frederik Gerhardt - Lead Naval Architect RISE (Research Institutes of Sweden)
Nikias Ioannidis - Business Development LMG Marin
Victor Laravoire - Project Execution Director LMG Marin
Kristian Lind - Chief Technical Officer OSK Design
Ivana Melillo - Energy Efficiency Director GNV
Juan Pablo Molina - Corporate Technical Director Balearia
Roberto Prever - CEO NAOS Ship and Boat design
Per Westling - Managing Director Stena RoRo
Zhou Zhiyong - Vice President Shanghai Merchant Ship Design & Research Institute (SDARI)

Ferry industry performance and megatrends
Frederik Erdmann – Moderator and correspondent for Shippax
Alan Lam - Co-moderator and correspondent and analyst Shippax

New technologies and inspirations
Diego Caride - Business Development Director, Marine Division, Ingeteam
Giorgio Caviglia - Global Business Development Manager GF Piping Systems
Magne Ekerum - Chief Design Officer Seat Innovation
Manos Giakoumelis - Chief Technology Officer Liknoss
Konstantina Katachana - Product Manager Liknoss
Alex Rubio - Group Product Manager Quvia
Markus Tompuri - Account Director, Ferry (Global), Safety Solutions, NAPA
Oier Urrutia Madariaga - Key Account Manager Ingeteam
VID FIREKILL - Speaker TBA
Wärtsilä - Speaker TBA

Rules & Regulations Debate
Johan Roos - Director of Regulatory Affairs, Interferry
Tiina Tuurnala - CEO of the Finnish Shipowners' Association
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Designers' Talking Table
Thomas P. Illes - Maritime business consultant and university lecturer
Emelie Posniak Hansen - Architect and Sales Manager for Interior at OSK Design
Bruce Peter - Professor of Design History at the Glasgow School of Art
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Interferry update
Mike Corrigan - CEO Interferry
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Shippax Awards
Frederik Erdmann, Alan Lam

The world’s largest battery installation on a RoPax got its final approval from the class

Wasaline has successfully completed sea trials following a major battery upgrade on board AURORA BOTNIA, which now features the largest battery capacity ever installed on a RoPax vessel in service worldwide. The vessel's battery capacity has been expanded from 2.2 MWh to 12.6 MWh.

More complementary RoRo services for mixed cargo within CLdN

CLdN has announced an agreement with Samskip to purchase its quay-to-quay and door-to-door freight business between the Continent and UK & Ireland. The acquisition covers the container shipping services currently operated by Samskip between Rotterdam, Belfast, Blyth, Grangemouth, Hull and Tilbury and Cork, Dublin and Waterford.

Top executive at P&O Ferries’ owner forced to step down

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem has stepped down from his positions as Chairman and CEO of the multinational port operator DP World, which owns P&O Ferries. This follows reports linking him to the case involving the now deceased convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Pioneer ferry offered on the second-hand market

The ferry AMPERE, built in 2015, is now entering the second-hand market, reportedly as the first fully electric ferry ever. The Norwegian ship broker Truls Strandheim of J Gran & Co AS has been tasked by the ferry operator Norled with selling AMPERE when the vessel is replaced by new tonnage on the concession-based route between Lavik and Oppedal on 1 September this year.

Port Marlborough and StraitNZ Bluebridge sign long-term partnership agreement

Port Marlborough and StraitNZ Bluebridge have confirmed their long-term partnership through a new 39-year commercial agreement that secures the future of StraitNZ's Cook Strait ferry services through Waitohi Picton to 2064. The agreement provides long-term certainty for StraitNZ's operations in Picton and enables further coordinated planning for both businesses to support freight and passenger services across Cook Strait over the next four decades.

Record bookings for the third year in a row – Stena Line attracts Danish ski travelers to Sweden

Interest in ski trips to Sweden continues to grow strongly, and for the third year in a row, Stena Line is reaching new heights in terms of Danish guests wanting to experience the Swedish mountains. In 2026, Stena Line is recording its highest booking level to date, and demand for trips during this year's ski season is particularly strong. During this year's ski season, demand has been particularly high and booking levels are once again exceeding those of the previous year. The number of Danish bookings in January increased by 9 percent compared to the same period last year, which represents a new record for the company.

MacGregor to supply cargo access solutions and deck machinery for four New Major Vessels for BC Ferries

MacGregor has been selected to supply cargo access solutions and deck machinery for four New Major Vessels as part of BC Ferries’ historic fleet renewal plan. These next-generation, diesel-battery hybrid, all-electric ready vessels will be built at China Merchants Industry (CMI) Weihai Shipyard Co., Ltd. The order was booked to MacGregor’s first quarter 2026 orders received.

Royal Caribbean Group Appoints Christopher J. Wiernicki to Board of Directors

Royal Caribbean Group announced the appointment of Christopher J. Wiernicki, former Chairman & CEO, American Bureau of Shipping (ABS), to its Board of Directors, effective immediately.

Wiernicki brings more than four decades of commercial, government and international experience in marine and offshore design, along with operations, infrastructure and safety management, ports and bunkering, digitalization, cyber security, and clean energy transition expertise.

Godby Shipping orders two new RoRo vessels at CIMC Raffles

Godby Shipping announced the order, placed on 11 February 2026, for two Stream RoRo 1700 vessels, with options for two additional units, from CIMC Raffles shipyard in China. The vessels will measure 125 m in length overall, with a beam of 24 m and a trailer capacity of 1,700 lane metres.

Construction is scheduled to begin in June and November 2027, with launches planned for May and October 2028. Deliveries are expected in September 2028 and January 2029.

RoRo and project cargo Asia-Río de la Plata service launched by Grimaldi Lines

Grimaldi Lines launched on 17 February a new monthly regular service between Asia and the Río de la Plata for RoRo and project cargo, using the port of Montevideo as a hub for cargo bound for Asunción, Paraguay.

The inaugural voyage departed Taicang (China) on 17 February, with an estimated transit time of 37 days. The service will offer a direct connection to Montevideo and Zárate, with the option of onward transit to Asunción. The vessel assigned to launch the service is the 7,724 CEU/5,400 lanemetre GRANDE TEXAS which later will be joined by a second vessel on the service.

Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings enters into agreement with Fincantieri for three new cruise ships

Fincantieri announces the acquisition of a significant order from Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd. for the construction of three next-generation cruise ships further consolidating the long-standing relationship between the two Groups. The value of this agreement, subject to financing and other typical terms and conditions, is considered very important.

The three vessels will be built respectively for Norwegian Cruise Line, Oceania Cruises, and Regent Seven Seas Cruises, each as a sister ship to the most recent newbuilds built by Fincantieri for their respective brands. All units will be constructed at Fincantieri's Italian shipyards, with deliveries scheduled between 2036 and 2037.

Hurtigruten opens a new route from Copenhagen to North Cape and Tromsø

Hurtigruten is launching a new sailing from Copenhagen to Tromsø via North Cape as one of three new routes along Norway's coast. The new itinerary gives Scandinavians and international travelers the opportunity to journey from the continent to the Arctic, with stops in some of Norway's most iconic coastal towns and natural areas.

Demand from Scandinavia is growing strongly. The number of Danish customers has increased by 17 percent from 2024 to 2025, while the number of Swedish travelers has grown by 20 percent during the same period.

New Red Sea RoRo route introduced

The Egyptian company Rite Agency, in partnership with Dubai-based MarineNav Shipping, introduced a shortsea RoRo route in the Red Sea at the beginning of January. The route connects Port Tawfik (Egypt), Jebel Ali (United Arab Emirates), Djibouti (Djibouti), and Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) and, according to the two partners, in addition to RoRo units is also targeting project and heavy-lift cargo.

GNV ATLAS employed as an accommodation vessel in the Black Sea

GNV's GNV ATLAS, with 257 cabins, has been employed as an accommodation vessel in the Turkish Black Sea port of Filyos from the beginning of February and for a period of six months. The vessel will house personnel working on the development of Turkey's Sakarya oil field.

The GNV ATLAS, built in 1990, was most recently operated by GNV on routes between Spain/France and Morocco.

ROMANTIKA has returned from charter in the Mediterranean

Algerian Madar Maritime chose not to exercise the six-plus-six-month charter options on Tallink's ROMANTIKA. As a result, the nine-month charter period that began on 31 May 2025 has now expired, and on 2 February 2026 ROMANTIKA returned toward the Baltic Sea.

Major interior upgrades on Stena Lines Kiel ferries

Stena Line has during the planned overhaul dockings at the Remontowa Repair Yard in Gdansk in January refurbished and modernised large parts of the public spaces onboard STENA GERMANICA and STENA SCANDINAVICA on the Gothenburg–Kiel route. The renovation includes restaurant and bar areas as well as outdoor decks.

Stable results for Viking Line in 2025

Viking Line's turnover increased by 2.8% to EUR 112.6 million during 1 October–31 December 2025 (EUR 109.5 million for the same period in 2024). Operating profit was EUR 3.6 million (EUR 1.5 million). Passenger-related revenue increased by 3.2% to EUR 99.2 million (EUR 96.1 million), while freight revenue was EUR 12.8 million (EUR 12.9 million) and other revenue EUR 0.6 million (EUR 0.6 million).

CLdN will be present in Warrenpoint for the next 55 years

A new long-term contract between CLdN and Warrenpoint Port secures freight operations at Warrenpoint for the next 55 years. Under the new agreement, CLdN will continue operating its high frequency RoRo freight service between Warrenpoint and Heysham, moving approximately 125,000 freight units and trade cars each year.

Smyril Line’s first RoRo newbuilding has been launched

The first of Smyril Line’s two upcoming RoRo newbuildings has been launched. The ceremony took place on 12 February at the CIMC Raffles shipyard in China, where the keel for yard number H616 was laid back in September 2025. H616, which will later be named AKRANES, is expected to be delivered in May this year, while H617 will be delivered in July.

Grimaldi Group took delivery of GRANDE MICHIGAN

On 12 February 2026 Grimaldi Group took delivery of GRANDE MICHIGAN. Commissioned from China Merchants Heavy Industries Jiangsu, the newbuilding is the eighth ammonia-ready PCTC in the fleet of the Italian shipping group, meaning GRANDE MICHIGAN is designed for future conversion to ammonia as a carbon-free alternative fuel.

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The net zero cruise ship concept developed under Meyer Turku’s AVATAR project has been completed. The project achieved its set emissions reduction target: the vessel’s lifecycle carbon footprint was successfully reduced by more than 90 percent compared to the baseline defined by the International Maritime Organization (IMO). The results provide a solid foundation for continuing development and innovation work in sustainable shipbuilding.

HAFNIA SEA has commenced on the DFDS’ Italy–Turkey corridor

HAFNIA SEA entered DFDS’ Italy–Turkey shortsea corridor at the end of January. At the same time, Transfennica extended its charter of CORONA SEA - one of HAFNIA SEA’s three sister ships - by 12 months, also with Admare Ship Management.

Aleson Shipping Lines face criminal charges after ferry disaster

The Philippine ferry operator Aleson Shipping Lines will face criminal charges for its negligence and safety lapses involving its passenger ferry TRISHA KERSTIN 3. The 1995-built 621 GT. RoPax carrying 372 passengers and crew sank 26 January off the waters in Basilan during a crossing between the Philippine islands Mindanao and Jolo Island, claiming the lives of 52 passengers, crew, and a Philippine Coast Guard personnel.

Over 1 million passengers travelled with Finnlines in 2025

Finnlines total number of passengers in 2025, including professional drivers and private travellers, was 1,021,000, which is an increase of 9 per cent compared to 2024. The number of private passengers increased by over 13 per cent.

CalMac celebrated 175 years anniversary

On 10 February, CalMac marked a remarkable milestone - 175 years since the origins of what would become Caledonian MacBrayne first set sail. On that date in 1851, Hutcheson & Co. launched their very first sailing, laying the foundations of the network that continues to serve Scotland's west coast today. In 1878, David MacBrayne - one of the company's original partners - took sole ownership and renamed the business David MacBrayne.

A NEPITA replaced by DANIELLE CASANOVA while awaiting CAPU ROSSU

On January 24, Corsica Linea withdrew A NEPITA from service on the route between Marseille and Propriano in Corsica, after which the Stena RoRo-owned RoPax vessel sailed to Perama, Greece. There, the ferry is currently undergoing a series of modifications ahead of a charter to Marine Atlantic, with expected arrival in Canada in summer 2026.

P&O Ferries strengthen Zeebrugge–Tilbury route with long-term charter

P&O Ferries is strengthening its North Sea freight offering with the long-term charter of the RoRo vessel LISMORE, which has now joined the fleet. Sister ship to the LONGSTONE, also chartered by P&O, LISMORE will be deployed on the Zeebrugge–Tilbury route, increasing capacity for unaccompanied freight and offering customers greater guaranteed space across P&O Ferries' North Sea network.

Austal starts production of Gotlandsbolaget's multi-fuel capable Horizon X at its Philippines Shipyard

Austal has marked a significant milestone in the construction of Horizon X, the next-generation multi-fuel and hydrogen-ready high-speed ferry for Sweden's Gotlandsbolaget, with a plate cutting ceremony held at the Austal Philippines shipyard in Balamban, Cebu.

DFDS’ CAESAREA TRADER suffers major engine room fire off the coast of the Isle of Wight

The DFDS-owned freight RoRo CAESAREA TRADER suffered a major engine room fire off the coast of the Isle of Wight while on her regular run between St. Helier, Jersey and Portsmouth in the afternoon of 9 February. All 23 crew and one passenger are reported accounted for and well.

First of three new purpose-built RoRo’s for Airbus was launched

LD Armateurs is set to welcome the first ship of its next generation RoRo vessels chartered to Airbus. The SPIRIT OF TOULOUSE was launched in the start of February at Wuchang Shipyard (CSSC Group). Two other vessels – SPIRIT OF MOBILE and SPIRIT OF MIRABEL - are under construction.

Viking Line marks two years of green shipping corridor between Turku and Stockholm

Viking Line, Port of Turku and Ports of Stockholm are running a joint project with the aim of establishing a fossil-free shipping corridor between Stockholm and Turku by 2035. Two years into the project, concrete progress has been made on biofuel, onshore power and zero-emission targets in ports.

Operators launch common Kristiansand-Kirkenes freight corridor

Nor Lines Agder AS will launch a pilot project in February 2026 to extend sea-based cargo transport from Kristiansand to Kirkenes, with the aim of shifting more freight from road to sea in Norway. The route is a collaboration between Nor Lines Agder AS, Fjord Line, and Nor Lines.

New names for further two former Moby ferries

MSC-owned GNV has selected names for the last two of a total of five former Moby ferries that have been transferred to MSC Group and will be operated by GNV going forward. According to Italian media, MOBY ALE DUE will be renamed GNV PEGASUS, while ATHARA will take the name GNV PHOENIX.

DFDS reports strong rise in Jersey passenger numbers

DFDS has reported a strong increase in passenger numbers across its Jersey sailings, with demand continuing to build ahead of the 2026 season. Passenger figures on the Jersey–St Malo route for January 2026 are up 31% compared with the same period last year.

Overall bookings across DFDS's Jersey services are up by an even greater margin, outpacing growth seen elsewhere in the Channel Islands sea travel market.

Wasaline is now officially part of Stena Line

A ceremony in Umeå marked the official completion of Stena Line's acquisition of Wasaline.

As of now, Wasaline is part of Stena Line and its European ferry network and port operations, which comprise a total of 20 routes and 40 vessels. Wasaline will continue its operations with its brand retained, subject to minor adjustments, going forward.

Isle of Man Steam Packet considers conventional ferry as replacement for MANANNAN

Following a customer survey, Isle of Man Steam Packet now indicates that a future replacement for the 1998-built high-speed ferry MANANNAN, with a capacity of 850 passengers and 200 cars, could very well be a conventional ferry. This was stated by the company's CEO, Brian Thomson, in an interview with Manx Radio.

SPIRIT OF TASMANIA I and II offered on the second-hand market

TT-Line Tasmania has told Australian media that its two current operational ferries, the 1998-built SPIRIT OF TASMANIA I and SPIRIT OF TASMANIA II, each have a book value of AUD 50 million. It is further stated that the vessels have been offered on the second-hand market through international brokers for several months.

Tallink Shuttle will soon run entirely on renewable energy

Tallink's shuttle ships on the Tallinn–Helsinki route will soon be fully powered by renewable energy. In January, 74% of the fuel used by MEGASTAR and MYSTAR was liquefied biomethane (LBM). The company aims to replace its entire LNG demand with liquefied biomethane in the near future.

Keel laying of OCEANIA SONATA in Marghera

Fincantieri and Oceania Cruises, a brand of Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd., celebrated the keel laying of OCEANIA SONATA〓, the new next-generation luxury cruise ship, at the Marghera shipyard. The vessel is scheduled for delivery in 2027.

At 86,000 GT, OCEANIA SONATA will be able to accommodate 1,390 guests.

Sallaum Lines takes delivery of OCEAN LEGACY

Sallaum Lines reveals the delivery of the LNG dual-fuel-capable OCEAN LEGACY, the latest PCTC to join its Ocean Class fleet, arriving just one month after putting OCEAN EXPLORER into service.

Constructed at China Merchants Jinling Shipyard (Jiangsu) co. ltd., OCEAN LEGACY measures approximately 199.90 metres in length and 37.7 metres in breadth, with a car-carrying capacity of 7,400 units distributed across 13 cargo decks.

Total travel to and from Gotland increased in 2025

In total, 1,758,481 passengers travelled with Destination Gotland during 2025, representing an increase of 1.6% compared with 2024. During the year, 1,335,045 visitors travelled to and from the island, an increase of 0.8% compared with 2024. The growth was primarily seen on the Nynäshamn route, while traffic on the Oskarshamn route remained at a stable level.

Slight increase in ferry passengers through Helsinki

Port of Helsinki's total volume of passenger traffic on ferries in 2025 was 9.5 million passengers, 0.9% more than the previous year. The busiest route is between Helsinki and Tallinn. It carried 7.5 million passengers, slightly more than the previous year. The Stockholm route carried 1.7 million passengers and the route between Helsinki and Travemünde transported 167,000 passengers.

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First Northern European ferry newbuilding launched at Özata Shipyard

Özata Shipyard in Turkey launched NB101 (TBN MISTERØY) on 3 February. The vessel is expected to be delivered to Torghatten in June this year. MISTERØY will be the first of a total of three 76.8-metre ferries, each equipped with a 1,960-kWh battery pack, to be built by the yard for Torghatten.

Second hull for Norleds new Træna contract left Turkey

The hull of RISVÆR, the second of a total of four 84.5-metre ferries for Norled, left Tersan Shipyard, Turkey, under tow on 1 February, bound for Tersan Havyard in Norway, where the hull will be fully outfitted. SØHOLMEN, the first vessel in the series, which is equipped with 8 MWh battery packs, is in the final stages of outfitting in Norway.

Auckland’s first plug-in hybrid electric fast ferry set to enter service

Auckland city's first plug-in hybrid electric fast ferry has completed sea trials and will soon enter service on the busy Auckland to Devonport commuter route. The vessel achieved a top speed of 36 knots on all-electric mode, surpassing expectations. Designed by Incat Crowther, built by Q-West Boat Builders with systems integration by Hamilton Jet, the operationally flexible 32-metre vessel is the first in a fleet of two new electric hybrid fast ferries that will be operated by Fullers360 for Auckland Transport.

Strategic joint-venture to establish a RoRo terminal in Singapore

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. (MOL) and PSA Singapore (PSA) have announced the formation of a joint-venture RoRo terminal in Singapore. The joint-venture terminal is currently subject to regulatory approval and is expected to commence operations in the first half of this year. As Southeast Asia's largest automotive transhipment hub, Singapore is a key gateway connecting Asia to major global markets.

Ports of Stockholm show positive numbers for 2025

Ports of Stockholm had a positive 2025, strengthening its position as a major Baltic hub. Passenger numbers rose across the board, with ferry occupancy increasing by 2% (nearly 7 million travelers) and cruise passenger numbers surging by 30% to 256,000. Freight volumes remained stable at 7.5 million tonnes, securing the supply of goods for the Greater Stockholm region.

POLSCA Baltic Ferries expands its route network with a new Gdansk–Karlshamn service

The newly established company POLSCA S.A. is implementing another stage in the development of a joint brand bringing together Polish ferry operators. An agreement has been signed regarding the launch of a new ferry connection on the Gdansk–Karlshamn route, in cooperation with the Port of Karlshamn and the Port of Gdansk.

Polish ferry operators join POLSCA

On 27th of January, an agreement was signed at the headquarters of Polsteam to acquire shares in Polsca S.A. joint venture. Polsteam group (owner of Unity Line), Hass Holding Group (owner of EuroAfrica), and Polish Baltic Shipping Co. (Polska Zegluga Baltycka S.A. - Polferries) became equal shareholders in the company.

Siem Shipping extends charter to Cotunav by a further three years

Cotunav has had its charter of the 4,076 lanemetre RoRo vessel LEEVSTEN from Siem Shipping extended by a further 36 months. The extension was fixed in January 2026. Siem Shipping took over LEEVSTEN as a newbuilding from the then FSG shipyard in Flensburg in 2019 and has since chartered the vessel out to Cotunav. Initially for 12 months, then 36 months - and now for an additional 36 months.

Wärtsilä to further expand its production capacity in Finland by 35% to meet global increase in demand in energy and marine

Wärtsilä will invest approximately EUR 140 million to further expand its production capacity by 35% at its technology centre, Sustainable Technology Hub (STH) in Vaasa, Finland and associated global supply chain.

This expansion will increase Wärtsilä's industrial capacity and strengthen the capacity of the associated global supply chain, positioning Wärtsilä to meet growing market demand in energy and marine.

Brittany Ferries reports surge in 2026 bookings for Guernsey routes

Brittany Ferries has announced that forward bookings for 2026 are currently tracking 33% ahead of the same period last year. The operator reports that 60,880 passengers are already booked to travel before the end of October across routes connecting Guernsey with Poole, Portsmouth, and Saint-Malo.

Internal ramp improvements on Wallenius SOL sisters completed

Wallenius SOL has during a planned docking at Oresund Drydocks installed a new internal movable ramp between the main deck and weather deck on their 2006-built 2,774 lanemetre RoRo vessel TAVASTLAND. The retrofit followed a similar installation on the two sister vessels TUNDRALAND and THULELAND which enables full deck access via the stern ramp.

PATRIA SEAWAYS on an extended tour of Stena Line’s route network

DFDS's 1,800 lanemetre RoPax PATRIA SEAWAYS is continuing its charter to Stena Line through the end of March, alternating as a replacement first for STENA SCANDINAVICA and then STENA GERMANICA on the Gothenburg-Kiel route while both ferries undergo scheduled dry-dockings at Remontowa in Gdansk.

Stena Line to discontinue the Halmstad–Grenaa ferry route

Stena Line has decided to close the ferry route between Halmstad in Sweden and Grenaa in Denmark. The vessel STENA NAUTICA will continue to operate the route until 30 April.

Strong competition from the fixed bridge connections to and within Denmark, a strained cost environment, and challenging market conditions due to global uncertainty and a weak economic climate are the main reasons why the Halmstad–Grenaa connection is now being discontinued.

Molslinjen looking for a new CEO

Denmark's largest ferry company, Molslinjen, is facing a change of management. The owners of Nordic Ferry Infrastructure (NFI) have initiated the process of finding a new CEO, which means that Kristian Durhuus will step down after almost three years.

Kristian Durhuus took over as CEO of Molslinjen in March 2023 in connection with Molslinjen's acquisition of ForSea, where he had been CEO since 2020 after nine years as COO of Copenhagen Airport. Now the owners have decided that the next phase in Molslinjen's development requires a different profile in the top management position.

Isle of Wight businesses unite to oppose ETS charges threatening local economy

More than 35 businesses across the Isle of Wight including the Isle of Wight Chamber have come together to raise urgent concerns about the UK Government's proposal to include domestic maritime operations in the UK Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) from July 2026. In a joint letter sent this week to the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, the group warns that the move could have serious and disproportionate consequences for the Island's economy, connectivity, and communities.

Option on a sister ship to COSTANZA I DI SICILIA to be exercised

The Sicilian Region intends to exercise an option for an additional ferry at Fincantieri. The Region currently has the 14,000 GT COSTANZA I DI SICILIA under construction at the Fincantieri Palermo shipyard, with delivery expected in June 2026. When the EUR 114.6 million dual fuel LNG RoPax - capable of carrying 1,000 passengers and 200 cars - was contracted, an option was also agreed for a sister ship.

Viking Line continues its major investment in biogas

Viking Line is starting 2026 by renewing its offer of travel and transport powered by a high share of renewable European biogas. After multiplying the use of biofuel tenfold last year, Viking Line has now secured another year at the same ambitious level.

The biogas is used alongside liquefied natural gas on the company's newest ships, VIKING GLORY and VIKING GRACE, which operate daily between Turku and Stockholm. This combination results in very low sulphur and particle emissions, as well as a greatly reduced climate footprint.

Draft IMO workplan agreed on safety rules for battery, wind and nuclear-powered ships

IMO's Sub-Committee on Ship Design and Construction (SDC) has finalised a workplan to develop a safety regulatory framework for ships using new technologies and alternative fuels to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The draft workplan will be submitted to the Maritime Safety Committee (MSC 111) for approval in May 2026.

The workplan will involve developing or amending existing safety regulations related to nuclear power, wind-propulsion and wind-assisted power; and lithium-ion batteries and swappable traction battery containers on ships, that are under the purview of the SDC Sub-Committee.

SF Bay Ferry’s completed its best January ever with a record 229,000 passengers

SF Bay Ferry ridership hit a major milestone in January, exceeding 106% of 2019 levels, the agency's highest monthly recovery mark. It also marks the second consecutive month in which SF Bay Ferry exceeded its 2019 ridership for the same month after the agency hit 100.1% of December 2019 ridership last month.

Over the past 12 months, SF Bay Ferry's recovery rate is 95%. It carried 3 million passengers in 2025 for just the second time ever.

ShoreLink to electrify Eckerö Line’s Helsinki–Tallinn route with automated charging solutions

ShoreLink will provide two 6.5 MVA ChargeLink solutions to Eckerö Line's FINLANDIA, supporting Rederi Ab Eckerö Group's efforts to reduce emissions on the busy Helsinki–Tallinn route. The solution will enable onboard battery systems to be charged at both the Port of Helsinki and the Port of Tallinn, facilitating high-frequency passenger and freight operations between the two cities.

GNV takes delivery of GNV AURORA, the company’s second LNG ship

GNV announced that GNV AURORA, the second LNG-powered unit in the company's fleet, has been delivered from Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) in China. The ship will soon leave for the Mediterranean and, once the final fittings have been completed, will enter service at the beginning of April, operating on the Genoa-Palermo route on a daily basis.

With a gross tonnage of approximately 53,000, a length of 218 metres, a width of 29.60 metres, and a maximum cruising speed of 25 knots, GNV AURORA will be able to accommodate over 1,700 passengers in 426 cabins and carry up to 2,780 lane metres of cargo.

Wallenius vessels WAY FORWARD and FUTURE WAY achieve top rating for energy efficiency

The first two vessels in the Sleipner concept – WAY FORWARD and FUTURE WAY – have, after just over a year in operation, demonstrated excellent performance, low fuel consumption, and CII values far below current requirement levels. This means they emit significantly less CO2 per transported unit than the average for comparable vessels, placing them comfortably in the highest energy efficiency class (A) according to the IMO's international classification.

Royal Caribbean Group achieves significant growth in 2025

Royal Caribbean Group has concluded 2025 with a major financial surge, reporting total revenues of USD 17.9 billion compared to USD 16.5 billion in 2024. Net income also saw a substantial increase, rising to USD 4.3 billion for the full year 2025, up from USD 2.9 billion the year prior.

Royal Caribbean Group places orders for new Discovery Class ships at Chantiers de l'Atlantique

Royal Caribbean Group announced a series of agreements with the Chantiers de l'Atlantique (CdA) shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France to secure the construction of its new Discovery Class ships. The agreements include two firm ship orders with options for four additional ships. The first ship in the class is set to debut in 2029, while the second ship is scheduled to be delivered in 2032.

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VIKING GRACE returns to service following EUR 7 million refurbishment

VIKING GRACE returned to service on January 29 after extensive upgrades and maintenance work totalling EUR 7 million at Turku Repair Yard. Among other improvements carried out during its three-week drydocking, the worn-out dance floor in the nightclub was replaced, a new world of showers was built in the spa and the tax-free store was updated. Extensive technical maintenance measures help to further reduce emissions from the vessel.

FRS Group expands Rhine presence and unifies brand identity

The FRS Group has announced the acquisition of the Lorch–Niederheimbach ferry service, its third expansion in the Middle Rhine region within 13 months. Alongside this growth, the company is launching a major strategic rebranding in 2026, merging its Weiße Flotte and Reederei Hiddensee subsidiaries under the unified FRS Weiße Flotte name to streamline its international identity.

Japan emerging as early adopter of advanced fire detection on RoRo vessels, inspection data shows

Inspection data from vessel specialist Idwal reveals that Japan is leading the global maritime industry in adopting advanced fire detection for RoRo vessels. While many shipowners hesitate to retrofit older ships due to costs and regulatory uncertainty, Japanese operators are increasingly installing AI-enabled cameras and linear heat detection on newbuilds, including recent LNG-fueled car carriers. These systems are specifically designed to identify heat signatures early, a critical feature as the transport of electric vehicles increases fire risks.

Isles of Scilly's new freight vessel begins sea trials in Vietnam

The Isles of Scilly Steamship Group's new purpose-built freight vessel, MENAWETHAN, has successfully entered the sea trials phase in Vietnam.

GRY MARITHA Master Tom Sexton and Technical Superintendent Luke Parnell have travelled to Vietnam for the sea trials, in collaboration with Piriou shipyard and the classification society, Lloyds Register.

CNMC deepens probe into DFDS-Armas deal

The Spanish National Commission on Markets and Competition (CNMC) has moved its investigation into DFDS's acquisition of Armas Trasmediterránea assets into a more intensive second phase after identifying significant threats to market health. This transaction, which involves key routes in the Strait of Gibraltar, is being analyzed alongside a separate purchase by Baleària to assess their cumulative impact.

Stena RoRo places order for two new C-Flexer design RoRo ships

Stena RoRo has placed on order for a new generation of RoRo vessels comprising two firm vessels of the C-Flexer type with options for an additional four. The deal marks an important step in the company's long-term strategy to offer flexible and future-proof RoRo ships to the global market. The vessels have been developed by Stena RoRo in close cooperation with the Italian design company NAOS Ship and Boat Design.

State of Alaska goes out to tender for the replacement ferry for AMHS’ veteran TUSTUMENA

At long last, the State of Alaska has finally started the bidding process for the replacement ferry for Alaska Marine Highway Systems (AMHS) veteran RoPax ferry TUSTUMENA.

The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has sent out invitations to bid on the construction of the new ferry, with bids expected within 90 days. Bids will be evaluated; contracts awarded and Notice to Proceed will be issued in April 2026. The new TUSTUMENA will be built at a US shipyard and be fitted out with as much US designed and built equipment as possible, with the construction time expected to take 30 months to complete.

Strong cruise performance and stable ferry traffic at the Port of Tallinn in 2025

In 2025, a total of 8.3 million passengers passed through the ports of Port of Tallinn, representing a 1% increase compared to the previous year. The strongest growth occurred in cruise ship calls and the number of cruise passengers. On regular ferry routes, the number of passengers from long-haul markets increased in particular.

Stena Line completes acquisition of terminal operations in Liepaja

Stena Line has now completed the acquisition of the terminal operator Terrabalt in Liepaja, Latvia, and officially taken over RoRo, bulk and general cargo operations. All approvals from competition authorities and relevant governmental institutions have been granted, and Stena Line is now registered as the owner.

BALTIC QUEEN to be withdrawn from service for planned maintenance in February 2026

Tallink Silja Line's BALTIC QUEEN vessel, which operates on the Tallinn–Stockholm route, will be taken out of service on 1 February for a two-week docking visit. During the stay at the shipyard in Naantali, Finland, the main part of the work will focus on the ship's technical systems. In addition, the hull will be coated with an innovative antifouling paint that reduces water resistance.

ISLE OF ISLAY begins journey home to Scotland

ISLE OF ISLAY began her maiden voyage from Cemre shipyard in Turkey back to Scotland. Following her official handover to owners CMAL week 3, a crew from CalMac is now onboard and will sail her back to Scotland. The repositioning voyage is expected to take around two weeks, depending on weather conditions.

During the journey home, ISLE OF ISLAY will call at two to three European ports for refuelling, depending on need and fuel testing results. The sailing will also provide the crew with an opportunity for familiarisation training, which will continue once they reach Scotland.

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Next-generation RoPax design developed for Cotunav/Tunisia Ferries unveiled

OSK Design unveiled the next-generation RoPax design developed for Cotunav/Tunisia Ferries. This innovative vessel is set to join the Tunisia Ferries fleet, strengthening connections between Tunis, Barcelona, Genova, and Marseille.

Key Highlights:
Length Overall: 210 m
Capacity: 3.000 passengers in cabins, 730 cars, and 170 trucks
Service Speed: 24 knots
Propulsion: Electric plant powered by dual-fuel diesel/methanol generators, azimuth thrusters, and a battery package for peak-shaving, spinning reserve, and zero-emission port operations

Norwest Ship Management acquires MN PELICAN (TBN LINK NEPTUNE) from Compagnie Maritime Nantaise - MN

The representatives of Norwest Ship Management and Compagnie Maritime Nantaise – MN were in Le Havre, Normandy, France, to sign the sale contract for the RoRo vessel MN PELICAN (TBN LINK NEPTUNE).

MN PELICAN (formerly TRANS BOTNIA Trans Botnia) was built at the Fosen shipyard in Norway in 1999. She is therefore returning today to her country of origin.

Production of the fifth Icon Class ship started at Meyer Turku Shipyard

On Monday, 19 January 2026, production of the fifth vessel in the Icon Class began at the Meyer Turku shipyard. The ceremonial event held in the steel hall was attended by representatives of the ship's owner Royal Caribbean Group, the Meyer Turku organization, and the classification society.

Icon 5 is scheduled to be delivered in summer 2028.

Torghatten signs contract with Remontowa for hybrid double-ender

On 16 January this year, Stocznia Remontowa Shipbuilding S.A., part of the Remontowa Holding S.A. capital group, signed a contract with Torghatten Midt AS for the construction of a hybrid-powered passenger and car ferry.

The shipyard will build a fully equipped, modern double-ended ferry designed for sailing in the Norwegian fjords, in the area of the Dønna and Herøy islands. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and picturesque fishing villages. The vessel will be able to carry 249 passengers, 85 cars and up to 6 lorries at a time.

STENA CONNECTA arrives in Belfast Harbour

STENA CONNECTA, the latest purpose-built freight vessel commissioned by Stena Line for the Irish Sea has arrived in Belfast Harbour and is due to go into commercial service on the Belfast-Heysham route on 23rd January 2026.

The ship joins its sister vessel STENA FUTURA which went into service on the Belfast-Heysham service in October 2025 and together they offer an additional 40% freight capacity on the increasing popular trade route between Northern Ireland and Britain.

P&O Ferries reported increased losses in 2024

P&O Ferries latest set of accounts show an overall net loss of GBP 99 million in 2024, up from GBP 91.4 million the year before, as turnover fell by 8.9 per cent. Freight volumes during 2024 declined, as did passenger numbers, with P&O Ferries carrying 1.3 million passengers during the year under review, down slightly on the year before and almost half the 8.4 million who travelled on the company's vessels in 2018.

Interferry demands pause on EU ETS implementation at 70% coverage

Interferry, the global trade association for the ferry industry, calls for an immediate halt to the further phasing-in of the EU Emissions Trading System (ETS) for the maritime sector. The demand follows the recent decision to continue exempting road transport from a parallel ETS mechanism and the lack of clear regulations on the distribution of the funds collected.

Interferry is calling for an immediate halt on the further implementation of the EU ETS for the ferry sector, maintaining the surrendering obligation for maritime emissions frozen at the 70% level scheduled for 2025, and halting the planned increase to 100% in 2026.

Stena Line report stable start to 2026 on the Gothenburg–Frederikshavn route

New booking figures for the Gothenburg–Frederikshavn route show an increase in travel this spring. In January, Stena Line is 12 per cent above volume compared to the same period in 2025.

At the same time, Stena Line sees continued strong travel from Denmark with a focus on winter sports. For the third year in a row, the company is breaking volume records for the ski season, thanks to the successful collaboration with SkiStar.

Production of MSC/GNV’s first 237-metre RoPax started at GSI

A steel cut ceremony at the GSI shipyard marked the start of production for the first of four planned 237-metre LNG-capable RoPax ferries for MSC/GNV. Details about the ships are so far scarce, but what is known is that they will each have a capacity for 2,500 passengers, hold a 3,500 lane metre freight capacity and include 500 cabins.

Delivery of the first ship is planned for March 2028, with all four completed by 2029.

TYRFING finally enters service after two further delays

After two additional postponements to the start of operations for Molslinjen's newbuild TYRFING, the ferry finally entered service on 16 January. This took place with the 13:30 departure from Ballen (Samsø) to Kalundborg (Zealand). TYRFING arrived in Denmark on 25 November 2025 on its delivery voyage from Cemre Shipyard in Turkey, where the ferry was the second of two newbuilds for Molslinjen's two sub-brands, Alslinjen and Samsølinjen respectively.

ISLE OF ISLAY has been formally handed over to CMAL

CMAL has formally taken ownership of ISLE OF ISLAY following a handover ceremony at Cemre Shipyard in Yalova, Türkiye, where the vessel was built. ISLE OF ISLAY, the first of four ferries being constructed at the yard, will serve Islay and Jura when she enters service, and will be joined by her sister vessel LOCH INDAAL later this year.

The 95-metre ISLE OF ISLAY and its three sister ships, two of which are destined for the Little Minch routes, will each have a capacity for up to 450 passengers and 100 cars or 14 commercial vehicles.

Liberty Line sells hydrofoil ferry ESCHILO to Greek Operator Alpha Lines

Italian ferry company Liberty Lines has sold its FoilMaster hydrofoil ESCHILO to Alpha Lines, the Greek operator serving the Saronic Gulf islands (including Hydra, Poros, and Spetses).

The 2006-built and 240 passenger capacity ESCHILO, built by Rodriquez shipyard in Italy and previously operated routes from Milazzo to the Aeolian Islands (such as Salina and Vulcano), has already been delivered to its new owner.

TS Laevad sets all-time records in 2025 and signs agreement to use REGULA as a replacement vessel until the end of 2028

2025 was another record-breaking year for TS Laevad. The company carried a historic 2,491,876 passengers (+1% from 2024) and 1,214,861 vehicles (+3% from 2024). Growth was especially strong in passenger cars (+3%), trucks (+5%), and trailers (+7%). The number of buses and motorhomes surpassed the pre-pandemic record from 2019, while foreign-registered vehicles increased by ~3,800 to around 126,000 (10% of total).

World’s largest battery-electric ship begins harbour trials in Hobart

Incat Tasmania has conducted harbour trials in the River Derwent for the first time with the world's largest battery-electric ship, the CHINA ZORRILLA, built for Buquebus in South America. This marks the first occasion that Hull 096 – the largest battery-electric vessel ever constructed – has moved under its own battery-electric propulsion, signalling the transition from construction to operational testing for the 130-metre ship.

GNV ALTAIR to enter service on Algerian routes

GNV announces a further step in the process of strengthening its fleet with the entry of GNV ALTAIR, the former JANAS of Moby. GNV ALTAIR will be operational from 21 February and will be deployed on the Algerian market on the Sète–Béjaia and Sète–Algiers routes, guaranteeing two rotations every week, one to Béjaia and one to Algiers.

Washington State Ferries’s ridership surpasses 20 million for first time since 2019

Washington State Ferries achieved a major milestone in 2025, carrying 20,108,545 total riders — the highest annual total since 2019 and a solid recovery from pandemic lows. Ridership reached 20.1 million (9.42 million vehicles/drivers + 10.69 million walk-on passengers), up significantly from 19.1 million in 2024 — a ~5% increase (nearly 1 million more riders). Operated more than 150,000 sailings (about 7,000 additional trips compared to 2024).

Wightlink steps up capacity between Yarmouth and Lymington

From April, Wightlink will be running a three-vessel setup on their Yarmouth to Lymington service during periods of traditional high demand – meaning an additional 868 sailings compared to its 2025 timetable. The announcement is a response to greater customer demand and emphasises Wightlink's commitment to the route.

The increase in sailings, a rise of over 8% on last year, will also reduce pinch-points in availability at high demand periods meaning more opportunity for travel as well as providing more capacity for Multilink users.

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The Maltese government has announced a EUR 130 million investment to modernise ferry services between Malta and Gozo, responding to years of criticism over ageing vessels and service disruptions. The plan includes the purchase of two new ferries and the retrofitting of the existing fleet, with full implementation expected by 2029.

A large ferry carrying 250 vehicles will cost around EUR 65 million, while a smaller 75-vehicle vessel will cost EUR 45 million.

Stena Line posts record freight volumes on Belfast routes

2025 was another record year for Stena Line freight volumes on its three Belfast services with growth of 1.0%, increasing volumes to almost 600,000 freight units shipped from Belfast to Cairnryan, Liverpool (Birkenhead) and Heysham.

BEN-MY-CHREE on charter to Stena Line for four months

Stena Line has chartered the Isle of Man Steam Packet RoPax vessel BEN-MY-CHREE for the first four months of the year to cover the route between Rosslare and Fishguard. Initially, this is while STENA NORDICA is acting as a replacement on the Dublin/Holyhead route.

DFDS December 2025 volumes

DFDS reported December 2025 volumes, showing total freight of 3.0m lane metres, 1.2% above 2024 and 0.4% lower adjusted for route changes. The number of passengers in December 2025 was adjusted for route changes* down 2.7% to 329k vs 2024 and the adjusted full-year growth rate was -4.4%.

Fred. Olsen Cargo Express is reporting disappointing results

Six months after launching its pure RoRo service from La Palma (Gran Canaria) with the RoRo vessels BENTAYGA CARGO, BAHIA CARGO, and BRENAS CARGO, Fred. Olsen Cargo Express is reporting disappointing results. Despite significant investment in second-hand tonnage, load factors remain too low to cover operating costs, with average volumes around 20 units and some sailings recording even lower figures.

Historic passenger record on the Canary Islands

Fred. Olsen Express closed 2025 with a historic record of 4 million passengers transported - the highest figure ever recorded by the company in a single year. Overall, it increased the number of people and vehicles carried by 10% compared with the previous year, surpassing one million vehicles.

Port of Trelleborg to introduce shore power in 2026

Onshore power facilities are being installed in Port of Trelleborg's berths no. 10 and 11. Some work and connections remain, but in early 2026, TT-Line will be able to connect four of their vessels to onshore electricity in the Port of Trelleborg. The port's two own wind turbines will supply the vessels with fossil-free electricity.

Grimaldi celebrates the arrival of the GRANDE MANILA

The new PCTC GRANDE MANILA was delivered to the Grimaldi Group and christened in Shanghai. Built by SWS (Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding Company Limited) and CSTC (China Shipbuilding Trading Company Limited) – both part of China State Shipbuilding Corporation Limited (CSSC) – the vessel is the Italian group's seventh ammonia-ready unit, meaning she is prepared for the future use of ammonia as an alternative fuel.

Trinidad & Tobago charter BLUE WAVE HARMONY to replace CABO STAR

The Government of Trinidad & Tobago has found a replacement ferry for CABO STAR, whose charter from Bridgemans expired on 12 January. Replacer is the 1,925 lanemetre capacity 1991-built freight RoRo BLUE WAVE HARMONY which has been chartered for 12 months from her owners Blue Wave Corporation. BLUE WAVE HARMONY, formerly the EUROPEAN SEAWAY owned by P&O Ferries, is expected to arrive in Port of Spain around the 21 January.

New seven-year ferry concession awarded to Torghatten

Torghatten has signed a concession contract with Nordland County (Northern Norway) for the operation of two ferry routes: Sandnessjøen–Bjørn (Dønna island)–Løkta and Søvik–Austbø–Flostad (Herøy island)–Brasøy.

Öresundslinjen reported strong growth in 2025

In 2025, more than six million passengers and more than a million cars chose Öresundslinjen's ferries for their trip across the Sound. 6,373,842 passengers – of which 3,363,377 were pedestrians – ensured another year of growth on the route.

The number of passenger cars has also increased by two percent to 1,036,897 compared to 2024. This is the highest number of passenger cars since 2019.

DALMACIJA replaces MARKO POLO on Jadrolinija’s Italy routes

In its 2026 timetable, Jadrolinija will withdraw the ferry MARKO POLO, built in 1973, from the company's international routes to Italy. The vessel, which has been operating for Jadrolinija since 1989, will instead be used exclusively on the company's domestic route network within Croatia, the operator announced.

Design tender out for new Jadrolinija ferries

Jadrolinija closed 2025 with transporting 3.5 million vehicles and 12.2 million passengers. This represents a slight decline compared to the exceptional 2024 results, when the company achieved its all-time high of approximately 3.76 million vehicles and 12.67 million passengers.

Toyota cuts scope 3 emissions by 22,000 tonnes using UECC low-carbon shipping

Toyota Motor Europe (TME) reduced its Scope 3 emissions by 22,148 tonnes of CO2e in 2024 by using low-carbon fuels under United European Car Carriers' (UECC) Sail for Change programme. The savings were achieved by transporting nearly 55,000 vehicles on UECC vessels between August and December.

Wasaline posts solid 2025 results

Wasaline's volumes increased by 2.6% to 259,769 passengers in 2025, despite the vessel being on dry dock during the last week of December. On the freight side, there was a slight decline in volumes, mainly due to the economic downturn, as major construction projects in the region were postponed, paper imports and exports decreased, and following the bankruptcy of Northvolt. Nevertheless, freight operations showed an increase in market share.

BUENAVISTA EXPRESS to be put into service on the shared Canary Islands route

Fred. Olsen Express and Baleària will on 24 January add the BUENAVISTA EXPRESS to the route between Huelva and the Canary Islands, a route operated in a partnership between the two parties.

The vessel will replace the first-gen Visentini RoPax SICILIA.

Large tech-package from ABB on BC Ferries’ New Major Vessels

ABB will supply a complete package of power, propulsion and control technology for BC Ferries's four new double-ended RoPax ferries. The hybrid-electric ferries, which will replace four end-of-life vessels, are part of BC Ferries' 'New Major Vessels' program, aimed at the body of water separating Vancouver Island from the Lower Mainland of British Columbia.

Viking Line broke its cargo record

In 2025, a total of 4,608,573 passengers travelled on Viking Line's vessels. Passenger volume decreased somewhat compared to 2024, by 0.8%. However, the number of passengers on BIRKA GOTLAND, which the company owns jointly with Gotlandsbolaget, increased 30% to 570,513 passengers, compared to its shorter first year in service, 2024. BIRKA GOTLAND sails mostly between Stockholm and Mariehamn.

Atlânticoline in the Azores choose Carus to upgrade their digital experience

Atlânticoline, the ferry operator in the Azores, Portugal, has partnered with Carus to enhance the digital experience for passengers traveling between the Azorean islands.

AURORA BOTNIA now back in service with the largest RoPax battery installation to date

Wasaline has expanded the onboard battery capacity of AURORA BOTNIA to 12.6 MWh from 2.2 MWh, making it the largest marine battery installation to date on a RoPax vessel in service, through the installation of AYK Energy's Lithium Iron Phosphate batteries. The vessel's drydocking works were carried out at Turku Repair Yard, one of BLRT Repair Yards, members of BLRT Grupp, contributing its respective expertise to the project.

DFDS appoints Michael Hansen as new CEO

DFDS has appointed Michael Hansen as its new President & CEO, effective from latest 1 July 2026. Michael Hansen is currently President & CEO of Hempel and succeeds Torben Carlsen who is expected to step down as President & CEO on the same date.

SANTA JULIANA delivered to Montenegro Lines

Montenegro Shipping Lines took delivery in December of the newbuild SANTA JULIANA from Fujian Xinshenghai Shipbuilding in China. The 2,380 GT RoPax vessel will be deployed on the Batangas-based company's route between Batangas and Calapan.

Bridgemans Services Group expands global fleet with the addition of floatel MEGA X

Bridgemans Services Group (Bridgemans), a provider of integrated marine workforce accommodation solutions, announced the addition of the MEGA X to its growing global fleet of floatels. MEGA X is the former MEGA EXPRESS FIVE of Corsica Ferries.

Molslinjen expands collaboration with Vikingbus

From 1 June 2026, it will be Vikingbus that runs Molslinjen's bus company, Kombardo Expressen. Thus, Molslinjen expands its collaboration with Vikingbus, which today also runs Kombardo Expressen's routes to and from Bornholm and Sweden.

Molslinjen's Kattegat service transported more cars with fewer ferries

The ferry year 2025 meant more cars than ever on Molslinjen's ferries on the Kattegat. This is despite a year with one less ferry than before and thus also fewer departures.

1,362,835 cars were transported in 2025 compared to 1,335,919 the year before. This is an increase of two percent – and slightly better than in 2019 when 1,351,588 cars were on the then four ferries.

Third-country PCTC network further expanded by Cosco

Cosco Shipping Specialized Carriers officially launched a new Thailand-Europe third-country RoRo (PCTC) service, further strengthening its end-to-end logistics support for Chinese OEMs. This took place 26 December, when the 2025-built PCTC YONG LE KOU completed loading 200 units of Changan S05 MAX electric vehicles at Laem Chabang Port, Thailand - marking Changan's first full-vehicle export from its Thailand manufacturing base to the European market.

Next Visentini-newbuilding goes to Grendi Group

Grendi Group has entered a five-year time charter agreement for the Visentini yard no. 235. The charter of the 204 metre-long, 26-metre-wide RoRo-newbuilding with a capacity of 3,000 lanemetres and 952 TEU, will start in June 2026 at the expected delivery of the vessel from the Visentini shipyard, bringing Grendi Group's fleet up to five vessels.

Scottish government to nationalise Ardrossan Harbour and carry out major upgrading programme to be able to dock new CalMac ferries

One of Scotland's major ferry ports for lifeline services to the isle of Arran, Ardrossan, is to be acquired by the Scottish government, nationalised and then undergo a major facilities upgrade to accommodate ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne's (CalMac) latest two new ferries, GLEN SANNOX and GLEN ROSA.

Court decision allowed transfer of five ferry-ownerships to proceed

With an order published on 20 December, the Lazio Regional Administrative Court rejected Grimaldi Euromed's request for interim protection aimed at blocking the sale of five Moby ferries: MOBY AKI, MOBY WONDER, ATHARA, JANAS, and MOBY ALE DUE. The decision allows the transfer of ownership to proceed.

Proposal for further three newbuildings for Washington State Ferries

The US Washington Governor Bob Ferguson has proposed allocating USD 1 billion to purchase three new state ferries, along with an additional USD 150 million to keep the oldest vessels in the Washington State Ferries fleet operational until the new ships are delivered. If approved by lawmakers, the plan would bring the total number of hybrid-electric ferries under development to six, moving the state close to halfway toward its goal of replacing 13 aging diesel-powered vessels by 2040.

Dutch MoD ads additional sealift capacity from Spliethoff

In the coming years, the Dutch MoD (Ministry of Defence) will significantly expand its sea transport capabilities when Dutch ConRo operator Spliethoff is supplying the two identical ConRo vessels; TRICA and PLYCA. The two ConRo vessels can carry containers, vehicles, and helicopters, enabling the Dutch MOD to move equipment more quickly by sea.

Stena Line gets access to shore power in Ventspils

The Ventspils Freeport Authority has signed a contract for the construction of a shore power connection point at the ferry terminal of the Port of Ventspils. This will be the first berth in the port of Ventspils where ferries will be able to use a high-capacity shore power supply point. Berth No. 16 was built in 2000, and it provides mooring and handling services for ferries and other passenger vessels.

Strait Link acquired by Igneo Infrastructure Partners

Igneo Infrastructure Partners (Igneo), a global infrastructure investment manager which manages AUD 34.5 billion worth of assets, has acquired Strait Link, which owns and operate the two RoRo vessels VICTORIAN RELIANCE II and TASMANIAN ACHIEVER II.

Over 570,000 passengers cruised with BIRKA GOTLAND in 2025

The Baltic Sea's only dedicated cruise ship, BIRKA GOTLAND, has completed its first full calendar year in service, with just over 570,000 passengers. This represents an increase of 30 percent compared to 2024, when the ship only operated for three quarters of the year. Adjusted for the same traffic period (20 March–31 December), the increase is 9 per cent (38,000 passengers).

Intesa Sanpaolo and Grimaldi Group announce EUR 162.3 million green financing deal

Intesa Sanpaolo, through its IMI Corporate & Investment Banking Division, has finalised a EUR 162.3 million financing deal for Grimaldi Euromed, a Grimaldi Group company. The financing will support the acquisition of three next-generation PCTC ships – GRANDE EGITTO, GRANDE PACIFICO, and GRANDE OCEANIA – scheduled for delivery in 2026.

Indonesian ferry wrecked in the Sunda Strait

The RoPax vessel NUSA JAYA, built in 1989 and operated by the Jakarta-based company Putera Master Sarana, sank in the Sunda Strait on 18 December 2025. Local media report that the ship had already begun leaking on 15 December, prompting a salvage company to be called in, which boarded the vessel the same day.

Lite Ferries takes delivery of LITE FERRY TWENTY

The Cebu-based Philippine ferry operator Lite Ferries has taken delivery of the newbuild LITE FERRY TWENTY from Ningbo Sheng Hao Ship Engineering. LITE FERRY TWENTY is the sixth newbuild delivered by the Chinese shipyard to Lite Ferries since 2019. The vessel has a gross tonnage of 3,923 GT and an overall length of 90 metres. Including LITE FERRY TWENTY, Lite Ferries now operates a fleet of 21 smaller conventional RoPax ferries.

Linhai Huipu launched newbuild for Aleson Shipping

Chinese Linhai Huipu Shipbuilding launched the RoPax newbuild ANTONIA 5 on 5 January. The 2,538 GT ferry has been contracted by the Philippine company Aleson Shipping Lines for delivery in 2026. It is the second newbuild from the yard for Aleson Shipping Lines. The shipping company took delivery of ANTONIA 2 from the yard in April 2025.

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New fully electric ferry for Scandlines was named

On 7 January, Scandlines named its newbuild THE BALTIC WHALE at a ceremony in Rødby. The ship's sponsor at the ceremony was Lykke Friis, former Danish Minister for Climate and now Director of Think Tank Europa. The fully electric ferry, measuring 147.4 metres in length and 24.8 metres in breadth, was delivered from Cemre Shipyard in Turkey in October last year.

Aponte’s results in red after write-downs of ferries at GNV

Write-downs of ferries at GNV have pushed shipowner Gianluigi Aponte's results into the red, according to the ordinary 2024 financial statements of Shipping Agencies Services (SAS), filed in early January. Based in Luxembourg, SAS oversees Aponte's business interests and is controlled by the Swiss-based shipping conglomerate MSC. Despite equity and reserves of USD 15 billion, the group recorded a loss of nearly USD 720 million in 2024, compared with a profit of USD 2.1 billion in 2023. The loss was driven by impairments of USD 505 million related to GNV and USD 210 million linked to its Italian parent company, Marinvest.

Bandar Abadi launches newbuild for Jemla Ferry

The Indonesian shipyard Bandar Abadi has launched a 120-metre-long RoPax newbuild for Jemla Ferry. The newbuild, which will be delivered later this year, will be named SHANAYA.

Warning against the removal of Estonian state support for the country’s ferry industry

Scrapping state funding for passenger ferries from 2026 could lead to Tallink restructuring operations and potentially costing up to 300 jobs, according to maritime unions, a claim politicians dismiss as a negotiating tactic. The planned cut would save the state EUR 40 million and is intended to help reduce the budget deficit.

Last of North Sea Ferries’ “transcontinental sisters” scrapped

The 38-year-old GNV ANTARES arrived in mid-December at the shipbreaking beach in Aliaga, Turkey. GNV ANTARES was originally delivered to the then North Sea Ferries by the Japanese shipyard Nippon Kokan/Tsurumi Shipyard as NORSUN, in a relatively unusual arrangement in which the then Glasgow-based yard Govan Shipbuilders was simultaneously building the "sister ship" NORSEA for the same customer.

No reasons to resume the 1997-ESTONIA investigation

The maritime safety investigation authorities of Sweden, Finland, and Estonia have together published a final report of the preliminary assessment and concluded that there are no grounds to resume the 1997 joint accident investigation (JAIC) into the sinking of ESTONIA 28 September 1994.

The damage to the starboard side of the wreck was caused by contact with the seabed. The report presents several conclusions based on marine investigations, interviews with survivors, technical reviews, and scientific calculations and numerical models carried out between 2021 and 2025.

NYK soon to receive Next-Generation Marine DX equipped PCTC

When NYK ultimo March this year takes delivery of a PCTC newbuilding from Shin Kurushima Toyohashi in Japan, it will be outfitted with new digital so-called Next-Generation Marine DX technology. This consist of an advanced autonomous navigation system, a large-motion mitigation system, and a comprehensive onboard Wi-Fi network covering the entire vessel, all designed to enhance safety and streamline onboard operations.

ECO STAR launched at CIMC Raffles

The ship management company Atlas Maritime, headquartered in Greece, marked the launch of hull number H580 at CIMC Raffles in China on 7 January. The 7,000 CEU LNG/dual-fuel newbuilding is the company's first owned PCTC. The ship, which will later be named ECO STAR, is expected to be delivered in March 2026, followed by its sister ship CLEAN STAR in July this year. The series also includes UGR AL SAMHA and UGR ZAKHER, which were delivered during the first half of 2025 to UGR Lines/United Global RO-RO. These two vessels are solely under the management of Atlas Maritime.

OCEAN EXPLORER delivered to Sallaum Lines

Sallaum Lines has taken delivery of the 7,500 CEU PCTC newbuilding OCEAN EXPLORER from the Fujian Mawei Shipyard in China. The Antwerp-based operator took delivery of the sister ship OCEAN BREEZE, the first of the six-vessel series, back in July 2025. The vessels, each of 73,000 GT and measuring 199.9 meters in length and 38 meters in beam, are equipped with a (B&W) dualfuel/LNG 7S60ME-C10.5 GI main engine supplied by Everllence. Sallaum Lines currently has a further four newbuildings of the same series in order at CMHI Jinling, with deliveries scheduled through to 2027.

Seventh and eighth Aurora Class PCTC delivered to Höegh Autoliners

On 10 December, Höegh Autoliners took delivery of HÖEGH STARLIGHT from CMHI Jiangsu in China. HÖEGH STARLIGHT is the seventh vessel in Höegh Autoliners' Aurora Class series of 9,100 CEU PCTCs, out of a total of 12 newbuildings contracted in the class. Shortly before the New Year, HÖEGH STARLIGHT departed Kawasaki, Japan, bound for the Panama Canal with its first commercial load. HÖEGH STARLIGHT was 7 January followed by HÖEGH RAINBOW, the eighth Aurora Class vessel, at a naming and handover ceremony at the shipyard.

SEK 35 million in compensation after the MARCO POLO grounding

The Swedish Coast Guard's claim for compensation covers the authority's response operations, certain vessel standby costs, as well as expenses for other equipment and personnel. For this, the party responsible for the damage – TT-Line and its insurance company - compensated The Swedish Coast Guard with almost SEK 36 million.

It was on Sunday, 22 October 2023, that TT-Line's RoPax MARCO POLO ran aground in Pukavik Bay off the coast of Blekinge (Southern Sweden). At least 60,000 litres of oil leaked into the sea, marking the start of an environmental rescue operation in which the emergency response phase lasted for 19 days.

Bornholmslinjen sets another record

In 2025, a total of 2,036,417 passengers travelled to and from Bornholm on Bornholmslinjen's ferries. This is the highest number of passengers ever recorded in a calendar year. Last year's record stood at 2,005,564 passengers, which was the first time the ferries carried more than two million passengers - an increase of 1.5% for Bornholmslinjen.

Municipality imposes stricter requirements on the Sandefjord-Strömstad route

The Sandefjord municipal director recommends keeping Sandefjord harbour open for ferry services to Strömstad beyond 2030, provided measures are implemented to improve traffic flow and road safety in the area near the terminal building. Continued ferry operations are supported, but only with mitigation measures in place.

Proposed measures include longer berthing times, simultaneous loading and unloading, increased vehicle holding capacity at the terminal, and adjusted sailing schedules to avoid peak traffic periods. Two studies form the basis for the assessment.

Former Greek-owned ferry arrived in Guyana

Guyana's first modern double-ended ferry has arrived and is poised to enhance travel between Parika and Supenaam. The 2020-built 827 GT, former Greek-owned, ARIS IV arrived early December in Guyana's capital Georgetown, after sailing from Piraeus, Greece.

Oma Baatbyggeri delivers newbuild to Torghatten Nord

In December, the Norwegian shipyard Oma Baatbyggeri delivered the newbuilding VARGSUND to Torghatten Nord. The 49.3-metre-long and 13-metre-wide aluminium ferry has capacity for 95 passengers and 28 cars.

The ferry, which will be followed in the coming months by a sister vessel from the yard, is fully electric, with a battery pack from Corvus Energy and a propulsion system from BOS Power.

ADNOC will introduce a remotely operated unmanned RoRo vessel

Abu Dhabi-based ADNOC Logistics & Services has unveiled the UAE's first Remotely Operated Landing Craft Vessel. Developed with SeaOwl, the 60-metre double-ended RoRo vessel uses advanced AI and satellite-linked control systems and can be operated remotely.

The vessel's design eliminates the need for onboard crew accommodation, reducing weight, improving fuel efficiency, and enabling round-the-clock operations. Its AI-enabled route optimization is expected to deliver up to 30% reduction in CO2 emissions compared to conventional vessels.

Marine Atlantic charters A NEPITA from Stena RoRo

Stena RoRo has chartered out A NEPITA on a five-year agreement with Marine Atlantic. The RoPax vessel, built in 2002, has been owned by Stena RoRo since 2014 and has been employed by Corsica Linea in the Mediterranean since 2020.

According to Marine Atlantic, A NEPITA will now undergo a series of modifications to fit the company's port infrastructure, ahead of an expected arrival in Canada during the summer of 2026. A NEPITA was built as SUPERFAST X for the Greek operator Superfast Ferries at HDW in Kiel.

TYRFING gets further delayed

Samsø's upcoming electric ferry, TYRFING, will be further delayed. Unfortunately, the ferry's preparation for sailing at the shipyard in Svendborg is taking a long time – the plan is now to put the ferry into operation with Samsølinjen on 16 January.

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries’s HiMSEN engine stable to operate on ethanol fuel

HD Hyundai Heavy Industries has successfully verified that its own brand HiMSEN engine can operate stably on ethanol fuel, thereby further strengthening its capability to accommodate eco-friendly fuels.

The company conducted combustion and operational characteristic tests applying ethanol fuel based on the methanol dual-fuel engine platform (H32DF-LM). As a result, it confirmed that stable operation at all load points is possible. The test focused on verifying startability, combustion stability, power output stability, and exhaust gas characteristics under fuel property differences, while maintaining the existing methanol engine hardware as much as possible.

GNV adds significantly more capacity on the Naples-Palermo route

GNV has strengthened its service on the Naples–Palermo route with two evening departures five days a week, operated by two vessels in each direction. The updated schedule is designed to better serve both passenger and freight demand throughout the winter season and ahead of summer 2026.

From 25 November, available lanemetre capacity was increased from 3,300 to 4,700 with SPLENDID and GNV AURIGA, supported by GOLDEN CARRIER, which - as already reported by Shippax - is currently on charter from A-Ships Management. From 19 December, the addition of GNV SIRIO raised the number of vessels from three to four, bringing the total capacity further up to more than 6,000 lanemetres.

Second-to-last Searunner arrived in Aliaga

The RoRo vessel STORNO, built in 1978, arrived off the scrapping yard in Aliaga, Turkey, in November last year. Back in April 2025, the ship had been sold by the Greek Ainaftis Shipping Company to the Marshall Islands–based company Novara Ventures Ltd., which reflagged the vessel under the Togolese flag and renamed it from PELAGITIS to STORNO.

Tallink 2025: Passenger numbers remained stable

AS Tallink Grupp has published the Group's passenger and cargo statistics for the fourth quarter and December 2025 to the stock exchange. Compared to the same period in 2024, passenger numbers decreased by 0.3%. During the holiday season in December, passenger numbers grew by 0.2%. For the year as a whole, results stabilized at the level of 2024. Cargo volumes declined across all company routes in 2025, most notably on the Finland–Sweden routes, 22.8%, and the Estonia–Finland route, 20%. On the Estonia–Sweden route, the decrease was 11.5%.

EXPRESS 5 to sail more in 2026

In the sailing schedule for 2026, EXPRESS 5 will have to sail 80 more departures than this year. This is because in 2026, Bornholmslinjen has wanted several consecutive days for maintenance of EXPRESS 5. On the other hand, the number of weeks with lay-up days will be cut significantly.

VIKING GLORY to make evening voyages from Turku when VIKING GRACE is dry-docked

In January, the Turku–Mariehamn–Stockholm route will offer something special when VIKING GLORY takes over evening departures and GABRIELLA makes a guest star appearance for the route's morning departures. Both vessels will offer new experiences as they fill in for VIKING GRACE, which will undergo a refurbishment during its dry-docking.

Brittany Ferries secure prime 8:15am slot at Port of St Malo

The region of Brittany has confirmed that Brittany Ferries' Guernsey Service will have the 8:15am slot at the Port of Saint Malo in 2026, which will put the Bailiwick in an excellent position to continue growing its passenger and freight service, following a strong season in 2025.

Not a Merry Christmas for CMAL and CalMac as two newbuilding ferries – GLEN ROSA and ISLE OF ISLAY - are further delayed

CMAL's hopes for pre-Christmas delivery of the first of four new RoPax ferries from Turkey's Cemre shipyard—ISLE OF ISLAY—have been dashed, with arrival now pushed to early 2026. Separately, Ferguson Marine's CEO Graeme Thomson announced a six-month delay for the second LNG hybrid ferry, GLEN ROSA (for CalMac's Arran route), to Q4 2026.

TT-Line signs firm contract with Jinling Shipyard for next-generation RoPax vessel

TT-Line has signed a contract for the construction of a new LNG-hybrid RoPax vessel with the China Merchants Jinling Shipyard. The new vessel will be approximately 240 metres long and designed to accommodate around 1,000 passengers.

Carnival Corporation full-year results

Carnival Corporation reported full-year revenues reaching an all-time high of USD 26.6 billion on record net yields (in constant currency). Operating income climbed 25% to USD 4.5 billion, while adjusted EBITDA rose by over USD 1 billion to USD 7.2 billion, delivering an adjusted return on invested capital (ROIC) exceeding 13%. For the fourth quarter alone, adjusted net income jumped more than 140% to USD 454 million, with revenues up nearly USD 400 million to USD 6.3 billion and adjusted EBITDA margins expanding by almost 300 basis points year-on-year.

Christmas lunch rush at Öresundslinjens ferries

A record of more than 36,500 guests wanted to eat and drink their Christmas lunch on Öresundslinjens ferries last year – almost 28 percent more than the previous year, when 28,663 guests chose to take a seat at one of the ferries' Christmas tables.

Corvus Energy secures record order for seven fully electric CMAL Ferries

Corvus Energy has received a record- order from Remontowa Shipbuilding in Poland for the supply of battery systems to seven new fully electric ferries for Scottish Government owned Caledonian Maritime Assets Limited (CMAL) in Scotland. This marks the largest contract in Corvus Energy's history, measured in USD value.

Each of the seven new car and passenger ferries will be equipped with 5.7 MWh Corvus Dolphin NxtGen Energy Storage Systems, representing a total capacity of 40 MWh. Corvus Energy will deliver the first system in 2026, followed by three in 2027 and another three in 2028.

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Join us and meet approximately 500 delegates from over 240 companies in the ferry industry!

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RoPax, RoRo and High-Speed ferry operators and shipowners, shipyards, ports, shipbrokers, naval architects, designers, classification societies, trade associations, interest groups, regulators, banks, financial institutions and suppliers, etc.

Where:
GNV’s RHAPSODY, 5–7 May 2026, sailing between Genoa–Olbia and return

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Shippax Designs is our annual publication presenting all newbuilt or converted ferries, cruise liners and RoRo vessels. This issue covers the 1 July, 2024 - 30 June, 2025 period.
Theme in this issue: STENA FUTURA

Articles:

STENA FUTURA: Not just ready – but capable for the future
Fourth and fifth newbuild secure Stena Line’s pure RoRo corridor far into the future
A third take on a new maximum
A 2025 status of the RoRo and RoPax market in the Irish Sea
Presentations:

All vessels delivered during the 1 July, 2024 - 30 June, 2025 period are included, although some may have a little less data. Most ferry presentations also include GA plans, together with a few RoRo ships. For cruise ships, deck plans are mostly included.

Ferries:

AL SAADIYAT, ANNTHER 8, ANTONIA 2, DALOM 1, GLEN SANNOX, GNV POLARIS, HINNØY, JAZIRAT DALMA, LADY OF GOOD FORTUNE, LITE FERRY TEN, LONG ISLAND, MARGARITA SALAS, MPUNGU, NERTHUS, PANSTAR MIRACLE, SAINT-MALO, SANTA FAUSTINA, SHODOSHIMA MARU NO 3, SPIRIT OF TASMANIA IV, SUNFLOWER KAMUY, VARSOVIA, XIAO DAO NI HAO, YUI LINE KOSHIKI, ZHONG YUAN HAI YUN ZHI XING, ZHOU QIAO 7

Cruise:

ASUKA III, ILMA, MEIN SCHIFF RELAX

RoRo:

ANJI ANSHENG, BYD SHENZHEN, CHAUMINE, HAWAIKINUI 2, HÖEGH AURORA, LUYUAN NO 1, MANOLING 6, ROTRA FUTURA, SOUMEI, SOUTH ENABLER, TRANS HARMONY GREEN


PolSca Baltic Ferries takes delivery of JANTAR UNITY
JANTAR UNITY 〓 Søren Lund Hviid
JANTAR UNITY 〓 Søren Lund Hviid

Remontowa Shipbuilding has delivered newbuilding No. 101, JANTAR UNITY, to PolSca Baltic Ferries. The 195.6-metre-long, 32.2-metre-wide, 47,626 GT vessel has a capacity of 4,100 lane metres for freight and 400 passengers and will take up service on the Swinoujscie - Trelleborg route.

Windstar Cruises takes delivery of STAR SEEKER

MysticInvest announced the delivery of the 126-metre long and 224 passenger STAR SEEKER, the fifth expedition vessel of the Explorer Series, built by Mystic Cruises at the West Sea - Viana Shipyard in Viana do Castelo.

Mikki Koskinen takes the helm as ES|ECSA President, with Nikolas Veniamis elected Vice-President

Mikki Koskinen from Finland has been elected the next European Shipowners | ECSA President, starting on 1 January 2026 for a two-year term, with Nikolas Veniamis from Greece, joining as the new Vice-President. Mikki succeeds Karin Orsel, who has held the position since January 2024.

Construction of seven small vessels for CMAL at Remontowa Shipbuilding moves ahead

Work to build seven new loch-class electric ferries for Scotland's island communities is progressing, following the keel laying of the first vessel being built under the project at Remontowa Shipbuilding in Gdansk and steel-cutting of the second vessel. The vessels are part of the Small Vessel Replacement Programme (SVRP), which will deliver seven fully electric ferries in this first phase. The vessels will provide improved reliability and resilience for lifeline ferry services across the Clyde and Hebrides network.

CLdN and DFDS extend Zeebrugge-Gothenburg space charter agreement

CLdN and DFDS have agreed to extend their space charter agreement on the Zeebrugge-Gothenburg route for an additional five years, whilst in parallel increasing freight capacity. This will enable both companies to better serve customer demand and continue to develop the route, while reducing environmental impact.

Emanuele Grimaldi appointed honorary member of Malta’s National Order of Merit

On 13 December, Malta's Republic Day, Grimaldi Group Managing Director Emanuele Grimaldi was appointed honorary member of Malta's National Order of Merit. The Investiture Ceremony took place in the Grand Council Chamber at the President's Palace, Valletta.

The National Order of Merit pays tribute to personalities who distinguish themselves in different fields of endeavour.

Electrification of HAMLET takes longer than expected

Öresundslinjen's ambition to have three battery-powered passenger ferries operational by Christmas needs adjusting. The ferry HAMLET is currently at the shipyard for conversion to battery propulsion, but is not yet fully ready to serve the Sound.

MSC Cruises and Meyer Werft sign landmark agreement for up to six next-generation “New Frontier” class cruise ships

MSC Cruises announced a major new order for four next-generation cruise vessels and two additional options from MEYER WERFT in Papenburg, marking the launch of its new "New Frontier" platform - a brand-new class of ships. The order will secure full capacity at the shipyard well into the next decade.

With a maximum passenger capacity of 5,400 and approximately 180,000 GT, the “New Frontier” ships will be delivered annually starting in 2030.

Rolls-Royce supplies mtu on-board power generators for Baleària’s upcoming electric ferries on the route between Europe and Africa

Rolls-Royce's Power Systems division is supplying a total of eight mtu emergency power generators for two fully electric fast ferries for Baleària. From 2027, the ships will cover the 18 nautical miles between Tarifa in Spain and Tangier in Morocco using electric power, thereby opening up the first "green corridor" between Europe and Africa.

CORSICA Linea and Elyse Energy team up to accelerate decarbonisation and launch Corsica–Mainland Green Corridor

CORSICA Linea and Elyse Energy, a French supplier of sustainable fuels, have signed a memorandum of understanding to boost e-methanol production and develop the Corsica–Mainland Maritime Green Corridor.

Cavotec signs order for MoorMaster systems in Denmark worth about EUR 2 million

Cavotec has signed an order valued at approximately EUR 2 million for its MoorMaster NxG automated vacuum mooring technology from Danish ferry operator Molslinjen A/S. The systems will be delivered to the ports of Odden and Aarhus, supporting the operation of high-capacity battery-powered catamarans on one of Denmark's busiest ferry routes.

Russian missile strike hits CENK T

A Russian missile and drone assault on Ukraine's Odesa ports damaged the Cenk RoRo-owned RoRo vessel, CENK T on the 12th of December. The Panama-flagged CENK T, operating on the Karasu-Odesa route, caught fire while docked at Chornomorsk after being struck. Firefighters contained the blaze with no crew injuries, though one port worker was wounded elsewhere; two other Turkish ships were also damaged.

Carus partners with Hovertravel

Carus has announced a new cooperation agreement with Hovertravel, the unique cross-Solent operator connecting the English mainland with the Isle of Wight.

The partnership will see Hovertravel implement Carus Engage, allowing the company to advance its digital sales and marketing capabilities.

DP World launches 36-hour Dubai-Iraq route

DP World has launched a new 36-hour maritime service between Dubai's Mina Rashid and Iraq's Umm Qasr Port, providing a faster alternative to overland trucking and accommodating up to 145 accompanied trailers per sailing.

In a separate announcement, DP World announced that it unified its Marine Services brands—Unifeeder, P&O Ferrymasters, and P&O Maritime Logistics—under the single DP World brand.

DFDS November volumes

DFDS's November 2025 ferry freight volumes fell 1.8% to 3.6 million lane metres (3.8% adjusted for route changes), with YTD at -0.4% unadjusted. North Sea and Mediterranean declined; Channel stable via Jersey gains; Baltic and Gibraltar up. LTM freight rose 0.1% to 41.5 million. Passengers dropped 10.5% adjusted to 195,000; LTM down 19.7% to 5.3 million.

We are heading towards a record-breaking conference with well over 200 delegates already registered and few available sponsorships left.

You'll meet:
RoPax, RoRo and High-Speed ferry operators and shipowners, shipyards, ports, shipbrokers, naval architects, designers, classification societies, trade associations, interest groups, regulators, banks, financial institutions and suppliers, etc.

Where:
GNV’s RHAPSODY, 5–7 May 2026, sailing between Genoa–Olbia and return

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