Tallink’s MYSTAR bunkers bio-LNG as company targets full switch to renewable fuel by 2026

MYSTAR © George Giannakis

AS Tallink Grupp's newest shuttle vessel MYSTAR has bunkered bio-LNG six times over the past few months. The liquefied natural gas, produced from renewable raw materials and supplied by Elenger, significantly reduces emissions from maritime transport and helps lower the environmental footprint in the Baltic Sea region.

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GLEN SANNOX to go for an extended scheduled drydocking in an attempt to fix on-going vibration issues

GLEN SANNOX © Richard Seville

Caledonian MacBrayne's (CalMac) latest fleet addition, GLEN SANNOX will be taken out of service on 5 November to be prepared for her first scheduled drydocking, since entering service in January this year. The ferry, which operates between Troon and Brodick, will initially go to the Inchgreen Dry Dock in Greenock to be prepared for her extended scheduled drydocking and refit which is scheduled to begin at the Cammell Laird shipyard in Birkenhead, on Merseyside on 10 November.

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Royal Caribbean Group reports strong Q3 2025 growth and raises full-year outlook

Royal Caribbean Group reported strong third-quarter 2025 results, posting significant growth across revenue, earnings, and guest demand compared to the same period last year. The company's continued recovery and operational efficiency have led it to raise its full-year outlook for 2025.

Total revenue reached USD 5.1 billion, up from USD 4.2 billion in the third quarter of 2024, driven by robust close-in demand, high occupancy levels, and record onboard spending. Net income rose to USD 1.6 billion, compared with USD 1.1 billion a year earlier, reflecting both higher yields and cost savings. Adjusted EBITDA climbed to USD 2.3 billion, highlighting strong underlying performance across all brands.

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Port of Gothenburg Q1–Q3 2025: Traffic and Volumes Update

The Port of Gothenburg vehicle and RoRo terminal © The Port of Gothenburg

During the first three quarters of 2025, Port of Gothenburg saw a slight increase in RoRo traffic following a slower period. Car volumes declined by 9 percent, with European exports down 13 percent and U.S. exports down 21 percent, while imports rose modestly.

Handling of energy products decreased by 7 percent, though September showed a notable increase of 22 percent. Passenger traffic remained stable at 1.1 million, and cruise traffic recorded 55 calls with 75,000 passengers. Rail transport of goods continued to grow, with over 60 percent of container cargo moving by train, reflecting the port's ongoing emphasis on sustainable land transport.

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CalMac’s 40-year-old HEBRIDEAN ISLES starts final voyage to a ship recycling facility in Denmark

HEBRIDEAN ISLES being towed from King George V dock by harbour tug

One of the oldest ferries operated by Scotland's largest ferry operator Caledonian MacBrayne (CalMac), the 1985-built RoPax HEBRIDEAN ISLES, started her final voyage from Glasgow on 27 October, bound for a ship recycling yard in Esbjerg, Denmark.

HEBRIDEAN ISLES began her last voyage being towed from her layup berth in Glasgow's King George V dock by two local tugs down the River Clyde to hook up with the deep-sea tug off Greenock, which will take the ferry on the last leg of her last voyage to Esbjerg.

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DFDS’ ferry contract with Jersey Government made public

TARIFA JET © Frank Lose

The agreement — a 132-page redacted document published by the Government of Jersey (GoJ) — mandates performance penalties, inflation-linked price controls, and exclusive harbour access for DFDS. While redactions shield sensitive financial details such as the performance bond, the pact promises enhanced capacity for passengers, cars, and freight, as well as new ships with deliveries between 2028 and 2031.

At the heart of the deal is DFDS's commitment to upgrading Jersey's vital maritime infrastructure. The operator will roll out three purpose-built vessels tailored to the island's needs:

• Fast Craft: An 85-100m vessel accommodating 900-1,100 passengers and 200-300 cars, plus lorries and buses for efficient peak-season runs. Slated for delivery by late 2028, it aims to slash crossing times without winter mandates.
• RoRo Freighter: A 110-140m vessel with 1,200-1,800 lane metres dedicated to cargo. Expected by end-2030.
• RoPax Hybrid: A 130-140m vessel that will carry 800-1,000 passengers alongside 1,300-1,500 lane metres of vehicles, arriving by late 2031.

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Interferry Strengthens Global Representation with Six New Board Directors, new President, and Welcomes New Chairman - Götz Becker of FRS.

Interferry, the global association representing the ferry industry, announces the appointment of six new members to its Board of Directors. Now more than ever, these new director appointments, approved at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) in Sorrento on 6 October, reflect the diversity and global reach of the ferry industry. Furthermore, Götz Becker of FRS was appointed Chairman of the Board.

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First LBM delivery in Portsmouth to SAINT-MALO

Titan has completed its first delivery of liquefied biomethane (LBM/bioLNG) to Brittany Ferries’ SAINT-MALO during a recent bunkering operation at Portsmouth International Port, using the Optimus bunkering vessel.

The hybrid ferry can operate on LNG, battery power, or a combination of both, helping to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. This LBM delivery marks a step toward integrating renewable fuels into regular marine operations.

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Italy’s antitrust regulators tell MSC to divest of ferry company Moby

MOBY LEGACY © Frank Lose

Italy's Competition Authority (CA) has ordered shipping giant MSC and the Aponte family to divest their stake in Italian ferry company Moby. On 24 October, the CA accepted binding commitments from MSC's Shipping Agencies Services (SAS), Moby, and Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV) outlining the terms of the divestment.

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Gotlandsbolaget – one of the investors behind Brommaflyg

Gotlandsbolaget is one of the parties behind the newly launched airline, Brommaflyg. The investment is being made together with several other Gotland-based partners and aims to ensure long-term, reliable air connections between Gotland and the mainland.

Gotlandsbolaget and Destination Gotland will continue to focus on ferry operations and will not have an operational role in Brommaflyg, but they view the investment as a natural step in the company's long-term commitment to Gotland's development.

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Rolls-Royce successfully tests first pure methanol marine high-speed engine

Rolls-Royce has successfully tested the world's first high-speed marine engine powered exclusively by methanol on its test bench in Friedrichshafen.

The joint project meOHmare is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy and combines the expertise of Rolls-Royce, injection system specialist Woodward L'Orange, and the WTZ Roßlau technology and research center. The goal is to develop a comprehensive concept for a CO2-neutral marine engine based on green methanol by the end of 2025.

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GRANDE MELBOURNE delivered to Grimaldi

On 22 October, the port of Shanghai hosted a special ceremony for the official naming and delivery of the Grimaldi Group’s latest vessel, the GRANDE MELBOURNE. This is the third of a series of seven cutting-edge, ammonia-ready PCTC’S commissioned to Shanghai Waigaoqiao Shipbuilding.

With a length of 200 metres, a beam of 38 metres, and a gross tonnage of approximately 77,500, the GRANDE MELBOURNE has been designed for efficient transport of vehicles (cars, SUVs, vans, etc.), both electric and powered by traditional fuels, as well as any other type of rolling cargo. Specifically, she has a loading capacity of 9,241 CEU, with four decks also capable of carrying other rolling cargo, including heavy loads of up to 250 tonnes and as high as 6.5 metres.

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Trasmed cuts 16,600 tonnes of CO2 in 2024 through efficiency and sustainability measures

CIUDAD DE PALMA © Grimaldi Trasmed

Trasmed has significantly reduced its carbon footprint, cutting 16,600 tonnes of CO2 equivalent in 2024 and projecting a further 15,700-tonne reduction in 2025 — the equivalent of removing over 7,000 cars from the roads each year. Through a comprehensive energy efficiency plan, Trasmed has improved fleet performance both at sea and in port. 

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Tersan celebrates steel cutting and launch of Norwegian ferries

At the Turkish Tersan Shipyard, a steel-cutting ceremony was held for build number 1137, a 74-metre electric ferry for Fjord1 with a 6 MWh battery pack, while Tersan Havyard launched the 84.5-metre SØHOLMEN for Norled. This vessel will also operate fully electric, thanks to its large 8 MWh battery pack.

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Celebrity Cruises takes delivery of CELEBRITY XCEL and reveals name of sixth Edge Series ship

Celebrity Cruises took delivery and welcomed its newest ship – CELEBRITY XCEL – and announced the name of its sixth Edge Series ship – CELEBRITY XCITE – as the ship's first piece of steel was cut and construction commenced at the Chantiers de l'Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire. CELEBRITY XCITE is expected to set sail in 2028, continuing the brand's legacy of redefining premium cruising.

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The 23rd annual ferry conference organized by Shippax

The Shippax Ferry Conference — a ferry conference held in its natural habitat: on board a ferry. A successful formula since 2003!

Join us and meet approximately 500 delegates from over 240 companies in the ferry industry on board GNV’s RHAPSODY, 5–7 May 2026, sailing between Genoa - Olbia and return.

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