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BC Ferries at the start line for a busy high season

maj 18 2026

FerryBC Ferries is preparing for another busy summer season, with demand expected to exceed last year’s record levels as customers travel for work, essential...

naValue and LMG Marin teams up behind NorthLink newbuildings

maj 18 2026

FerryThe ship design companies naValue and LMG Marin have been selected by the shipyard Guangzhou Shipyard International to provide the design for CMAL’s (Ca...

AURORA BOTNIA to be testbed for new EU-funded Horizon Europe project

maj 18 2026

FerryDeltamarin has followed in the footsteps of Wärtsilä and several other leading technology players in the maritime industry as a partner in H4PERION; A n...

Stena Line and GöteborgsOperan join forces – aiming to attract international audiences to Gothenburg

maj 18 2026

FerryGothenburg is strengthening its position as one of the Nordic region's leading cultural destinations. Through a new strategic partnership between Stena ...

AFRICA MERCY to be phased out in Cape Town in 2028

maj 18 2026

The humanitarian organization Mercy Ships will phase out its oldest hospital ship, AFRICA MERCY, in 2028. This will take place alongside the quay in Cape Town, South Africa, where the ori...

Dodekanisos Seaways returns to GOT Marine for third catamaran after 20 years

maj 16 2026

High-speedGreek operator Dodekanisos Seaways has signed a contract with Norwegian builder GOT Marine for a new high-speed passenger catamaran, marking the co...

GNV POLARIS returns to the Mediterranean after cabin upgrade refit

maj 16 2026

FerryGNV POLARIS has returned to the Mediterranean following an extended capacity upgrade at Guangzhou Shipyard International (GSI) in China.

Leapmotor International, Grimaldi Group expand Europe vehicle logistics partnership

maj 15 2026

Ro-roLeapmotor International (LPMI), the joint venture between Stellantis and Leapmotor, said it is expanding its logistics partnership with the Grimaldi Grou...

Construction of the first Hansa Superstar class vessel for Finnlines commences

maj 15 2026

FerryThe construction of Finnlines’ new Hansa Superstar class vessels officially began at the CMI Weihai Shipyard in China on 15 May 2026. Construction comme...

Winners of the 2026 Shippax Awards

maj 15 2026

The 2026 Shippax Awards were handed out at the Shippax Ferry Conference, onboard GNV’s RHAPSODY between 5-7 May, and the winners were: TRANS HAV, STENA FUTURA, NEOLINER ORIGIN, GRANDE SHA...

Photos now available from the 2026 Shippax Ferry Conference

maj 13 2026

We have now uploaded a large selection of photos from this year's conference held on board GNV's RHAPSODY between 5-7 May.

DFDS reports freight volume growth in April 2026 amid mixed regional performance

maj 12 2026

DFDS reported 2.0% freight growth to 3.55 million lane metres in April, with increases in North Sea, Mediterranean, Baltic, and Gibraltar routes. Channel volumes declined. Passenger numbe...

Eckerö acquires STENA NAUTICA as replacement for FJÄRDVÄGEN on Åland route

maj 11 2026

FerryRederiaktiebolaget Eckerö has announced the purchase of the RoPax ferry STENA NAUTICA from Stena Line, in a move that will strengthen its subsidiary Eck...

Markus Tompuri at the 2026 Shippax Ferry Conference

NAPA launches stability management solution for RoRo vessels in collaboration with Stena Line

maj 11 2026

FerryNAPA, the global provider of maritime software and data services, has launched NAPA Stability for RoRo, a stability management and cargo planning soluti...

Finnlines and Långnäs Port open new cruise terminal in Åland

maj 11 2026

FerryFinnlines and Långnäs Port inaugurated a new cruise terminal in Åland on Friday 8 May 2026, expanding capacity for passenger traffic on the Kapellskär–L...

Carus partners with Hibernia Line to power new Ireland-France ferry service

maj 10 2026

Carus has been selected to provide a comprehensive IT suite for Hibernia Line’s new service between Cork and Boulogne-sur-Mer. Based in the Åland Islands, Carus will deploy its full portf...

Interferry and LASWA launch landmark Ferry Safety Mentoring Program in Lagos

maj 10 2026

Interferry and the Lagos State Waterways Authority (LASWA) officially inaugurated Africa’s first Ferry Safety Development and Mentoring Program. The 18-month initiative aims to deliver a ...

Sean Lowrie and Robert Clifford presenting at the 2026 Shippax Ferry Conference

Incat, Wärtsilä and Molslinjen showcase landmark electric ferry project

maj 10 2026

High-speedIncat, Wärtsilä and Molslinjen have unveiled a new collaborative video highlighting one of the most significant electrification projects in the glo...

Tallink Silja Line introduces new private label wine and beer selection for 2026–2028

maj 10 2026

FerryTallink Silja Line announces its new private label collection of wines and beers, created exclusively for the company. The new selection will be availab...

Irish Continental Group posts 13.9% revenue rise as freight strength offsets softer car volumes

maj 10 2026

FinanceIrish Continental Group plc (ICG) reported a 13.9% increase in consolidated revenue to EUR 215.9 million for the first four months of 2026, up from E...

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BC Ferries at the start line for a busy high season

naValue and LMG Marin teams up behind NorthLink newbuildings

AURORA BOTNIA to be testbed for new EU-funded Horizon Europe project

Stena Line and GöteborgsOperan join forces – aiming to attract international audiences to Gothenburg

AFRICA MERCY to be phased out in Cape Town in 2028

Dodekanisos Seaways returns to GOT Marine for third catamaran after 20 years

GNV POLARIS returns to the Mediterranean after cabin upgrade refit

Leapmotor International, Grimaldi Group expand Europe vehicle logistics partnership

Construction of the first Hansa Superstar class vessel for Finnlines commences

Winners of the 2026 Shippax Awards

Photos now available from the 2026 Shippax Ferry Conference

DFDS reports freight volume growth in April 2026 amid mixed regional performance

Eckerö acquires STENA NAUTICA as replacement for FJÄRDVÄGEN on Åland route

NAPA launches stability management solution for RoRo vessels in collaboration with Stena Line

Finnlines and Långnäs Port open new cruise terminal in Åland

Carus partners with Hibernia Line to power new Ireland-France ferry service

Interferry and LASWA launch landmark Ferry Safety Mentoring Program in Lagos

Incat, Wärtsilä and Molslinjen showcase landmark electric ferry project

Tallink Silja Line introduces new private label wine and beer selection for 2026–2028

Irish Continental Group posts 13.9% revenue rise as freight strength offsets softer car volumes

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