AURORA BOTNIA © Wasaline

Wasaline’s AURORA BOTNIA Celebrates One Million Passengers Travelled

FerryThis autumn, Wasaline’s AURORA BOTNIA has been operating for four years, and the company reports that their millionth passenger has travelled on the vessel. The lucky millionth traveller, Ann-Catrin Enegren, was surprised with a gift card and flowers by Managing Director Peter Ståhlberg.

‘We were so surprised,’ says Ann-Catrin Enegren, who became Wasaline’s millionth passenger. The Enegrens, from Tölby, Korsholm near Vaasa, frequently travel with Wasaline and were travelling to Luleå, Sweden. ‘We like AURORA BOTNIA very much, and our grandchildren also really want to come along on the ship,’ says Trygve Enegren.

Wasaline’s AURORA BOTNIA had its maiden voyage on 28 August 2021. The ferry, which operates between Vaasa and Umeå, is a hybrid vessel with minimal emissions, running on natural gas and batteries. Passengers include those travelling out of necessity across the Kvarken, as well as cruise passengers who enjoy good food and drinks and may spend a day in the other city. Freight transport is also important for the company.

‘We are happy that so many have found their way to us, and we are optimistic about the future, both regarding local passengers from both sides of the Kvarken and international guests,’ says Peter Ståhlberg, Managing Director of Wasaline.

May 28 2025