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Shippax Ferry Conference, join us on board! (upd. 19 Nov)

Nov 19 2024

The Shippax Ferry Conference is a must-attend unique onboard (always on board) event where most of the major global players of the ferry industry come to catch up with the latest products and developments and enjoy world-class networking together with friends, colleagues, customers and future customers.

Fred. Olsen’s new cargo ship begins to operate between Tenerife and the islands of the province of Las Palmas

Nov 13 2024

Ro-roFred. Olsen Cargo Express' new ro-ro vessel, the BAHIA CARGO, has begun to connect the islands of the province of Las Palmas and Tenerife. Its incorporation is part of the investment made by the company to strengthen its freight transport service with two new specialized vessels, thus guaranteeing the supply of the Canary Islands and greater availability of space for its clients.

SWITCH Maritime advances first liquid hydrogen vessel project in the US

Nov 12 2024

FerrySWITCH Maritime, the US shipowner that successfully launched the first H2 powered ferry in the US, is pushing ahead with its next zero-emission vessel project. In collaboration with LH2 Shipping and LMG Marin in Norway, SWITCH plans to commence the US construction of the existing 80-car, 300-passenger ro-pax ferry design (Norled’s HYDRA) that is successfully operating in Norway on liquid hydrogen (LH2) fuel.

Wallenius Wilhelmsen signs USD 580 million multi-year shipping contract

Nov 12 2024

Ro-roWallenius Wilhelmsen has signed a USD 580 million multi-year shipping contract with a leading automotive manufacturer. "This demonstrates their commitment to securing long-term ocean capacity and will further strengthen our partnership," says Pia Synnerman, Chief Customer Officer at Wallenius Wilhelmsen.

Fincantieri holds steel cut ceremony for new Sicily region ro-pax

Nov 11 2024

FerryA steel cut ceremony has been held by Fincantieri for the Sicily Region’s new EUR 114.6 million ro-pax, which will provide service between Lampedusa and Pantelleria.

Gasum selects Wärtsilä for another bioLNG project in Sweden

Nov 11 2024

Wärtsilä Gas Solutions, part of Wärtsilä, will supply Nordic energy company Gasum with biogas upgrading and liquefaction solutions for their new bioLNG plant. The plant will produce high-quality bioLNG from agricultural and organic household waste.

Telenor Maritime signs agreement with Gotlandsbolaget

Nov 10 2024

Telenor Maritime announced that it will continue providing its connectivity solutions on board DFDS’s PEARL SEAWAYS and CROWN SEAWAYS, two vessels recently acquired by Gotlandsbolaget (Alvina Shipping AS). Gotlandsbolaget has chosen to maintain Telenor Maritime’s services, ensuring seamless communication and connectivity for passengers and crew.

Keel laying ceremony marks the birth date of new ships for Scilly

Nov 10 2024

FerryA ceremony attended by dignitaries has marked the official ‘birth date’ for the two new ships which will serve the Penzance to Isles of Scilly route for the Isles of Scilly Steamship Group (ISSG). This significant milestone in the build process has been recognised for centuries as the official ‘birth’ of any new ship and is an important point in time for the SCILLONIAN IV passenger ferry and the cargo vessel, MENAWETHAN.

Wallenius Wilhelmsen exercise options for two additional 11,700 CEU Shaper vessels and intends to upsize an additional two

Nov 08 2024

Ro-roWallenius Wilhelmsen has declared an option for two additional 11,700 CEU Shaper class vessels at China Merchants Jingling Shipyard Co., Ltd. The two declared options are part of the four previously announced outstanding options. Delivery is expected in H2 2028. As part of the agreement, Wallenius Wilhelmsen will continue to hold options for two more vessels declarable by H2 2025.

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La Meridionale adds NORMANDIE to its fleet from June 2025

Nov 08 2024

FerryLa Meridionale announced that Brittany Ferries’ NORMANDIE will be added to its fleet as of June 2025 for the Marseille-Tanger Med crossing, following the delivery of Brittany Ferries’s E-Flexer GUILLAUME DE NORMANDIE early next year.

Fincantieri finalizes order with Crystal for a new high-end cruise ship

Nov 08 2024

CruiseFincantieri and Crystal announced the finalization of an order for the construction of one state-of-the-art high-end cruise ship, following the exercise of the option granted under the two-unit agreements disclosed to the market on 27 June. The value of this agreement, subject to financing and other terms and conditions, is considered as large.

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Finnlines’ financial review January–September 2024

Nov 08 2024

FinanceTom Pippingsköld, President and CEO, in conjunction with the review:
”The beginning of 2024 was difficult with high interest rates, inflation, and a slowdown in economic growth. Yet many of the key figures showed an upturn when the Q3 report was completed. The Finnlines Group’s revenue in January–September 2024 amounted to EUR 547.2 (513.2 in 2023) million. Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortisation, EBITDA, amounted to EUR 140.8 (131.7) million.

DFDS Q3 2024 interim report

Nov 08 2024

FinanceDFDS reported that revenue was up 11% to DKK 8.0bn in Q3, with organic growth at 4%. EBIT was reduced 11% to DKK 785m. Adjusted free cash flow of DKK 396m and CO2 ferry emission intensity lowered 1.6%.

VOLCAN DE TIMANFAYA © Frank Lose

Armas Trasmediterránea will operate the lines that link Melilla with Almería and Motril

Nov 05 2024

FerryArmas Trasmediterránea will operate the maritime lines that connect Melilla with the cities of Almería and Motril, two lines declared a public service obligation (OSP) by the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility.

Damen lays keel for first two of four fully electric ferries for BC Ferries

Nov 05 2024

FerryDamen Shipyards Galati in Romania laid the keel for the first two of four 81m fully electric ferries for BC Ferries. The keel laying ceremony marked an important milestone in the third phase of construction of the Island Class Ferries, which will bring the total number of Damen vessels in the BC Ferries fleet to 10.

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DFDS launches a new freight ferry service between Italy and Egypt

Nov 05 2024

Ro-roDFDS launches a new direct ferry service between Egypt and Italy, marking a significant expansion in the Mediterranean region. The establishment of a reliable and efficient connection between Damietta in Egypt and Trieste in Italy will support the trade flows between North Africa and Europe.

Stena Line terminates 80 positions and 30 consultants due to high inflation and increased costs

Nov 05 2024

FerryStena Line announced that they are launching a cost-cutting programme to be able to carry out necessary future investments. The programme includes the termination of 80 positions and around 30 consultants in 2025. High inflation and rising prices due to the introduction of the European Emission Trading Scheme (ETS) have resulted in reduced purchasing power for Stena Line's passengers and freight customers. This, in turn, has led to a decline in passenger and cargo unit volumes.

Torben Carlsen, CEO of DFDS © Shippax

DFDS 2024 outlook lowered by market slowdown and termination of purchase of Ekol Logistics

Nov 03 2024

FinanceDFDS’ EBIT outlook range for 2024 is revised following results below expectations driven by mainly a more widespread slowdown in Europe than previously expected as well as intensified competition in northern European land transport markets, the Mediterranean freight ferry market and termination of purchase of Ekol Logistics.

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American Cruise Lines announces more newbuilds and AMERICAN LEGEND delivery

Nov 03 2024

CruiseAmerican Cruise Lines announced that it has signed contracts with Chesapeake Shipbuilding for four more new ships, bringing the Line’s total orderbook with Chesapeake to 10 ships over the next three years. All the newbuilds are expressly for the U.S. cruise market.

European Space Agency launches the DECARDIS project with Awake.AI, ABB and Wallenius Marine to optimize ship-port operations

Nov 03 2024

The European Space Agency (ESA) has initiated a new flagship project, Decarbonization through the Digitalization in Shipping (DECARDIS), together with optimization platform company Awake.AI, technology leader ABB and shipping company Wallenius Marine. The consortium, funded by ESA and led by Awake.AI, will collaborate on a port call optimization solution, which focuses on helping ships cut greenhouse gas emissions by overcoming inefficiencies in the ship-port interaction.

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